Publications

We need more-nuanced approaches to exploring sex and gender in research

Including Sex, Gender, and Equity in the Action Plan for Pain in Canada

This policy report examines the research on sex and gender factors affecting chronic pain and applies SGBA+ to the Action Plan for Pain in Canada.

Finding Trauma-Informed Support

This info sheet was created to help women find, and advocate for, trauma-informed healthcare and social services.

What is Chronic Pain and How Can I Manage It? Information for Women Living with Chronic Pain

This information package was designed for women with chronic pain who want to understand more about their chronic pain and evidence-based strategies to manage their pain.

Women and Chronic Pain: An Information Guide for Health and Social Service Providers

This information package is designed for health and social service providers to learn more about women’s chronic pain, strategies for effective pain management, and how to support women in accessing comprehensive care.

Women, Chronic Pain, & Prescription Opioids: 8 Key Facts & Ideas for Action

This infographic offers 8 key facts and ideas for action for health care providers treating women with chronic pain.

Women and Chronic Pain Conditions

This infographic shows some chronic pain conditions that disproportionately affect women.

Pain Management Strategies for Women with Chronic Pain

This resource describes a range of pain management strategies that attend to the multifaceted nature of women's chronic pain.

8 Most Evidenced Treatments for Women’s Chronic Pain

This infographic presents findings from a comprehensive literature review aimed at understanding effective pain management treatments for women’s experiences of chronic pain.

Women, Chronic Pain & Prescription Opioids Info Sheet

This info sheet describes prescription opioids, and women's chronic pain and management.