According to Statistics Canada, one in five people will experience chronic pain in their lifetime, representing 7.6 million people in Canada. Yet people living with chronic pain generally face disbelief and their pain experiences may be invalidated by those around them, resulting in stigmatization. And research conducted by Professor Paula Forgeron, of the School of Nursing at the University of Ottawa, has demonstrated that children and adolescents living with chronic pain often deal with an added challenge in that these negative social experiences occur during periods of major social and emotional development.
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15 Canada Research Chairs to boost innovation at uOttawa around science and society
The University of Ottawa is furthering research excellence through 15 new and renewed Canada Research Chairs (CRCs) addressing a broad range of global challenges.
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A New Innovative Online Course on the Canadian Legislative Process
Starting this November, it will be possible to explore the complex workings of law and regulation development in Canada, alongside those who draft them, through a new innovative online course. "The Legislative and Regulatory Process in Canada", created by Jurivision and the Civil Law Section, will be offered by the University of Ottawa Professional Development Institute.
Nov 21
Panel: Innovative technologies to address climate change
uOttawa Innovates panel discussion on innovative technologies to address climate change.
Nov 23
Opera: Orpheus Project
The University of Ottawa School of Music's Vocal Sector cordially invites you to this innovative show, where the convergence of acting, singing and da…
Nov 6
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Dec 11
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