Chronic Pain Self-Management Program (CPSMP) An evidence-based program developed by Stanford University. Participants in this interactive program learn tools to help manage their chronic pain, communicate effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; set goals, problem solve, action plan, evaluate new treatments, appropriate use of medications, and discover better nutrition. They also learn techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, isolation, and poor sleep; pacing activity and rest, and appropriate exercises to safely improve flexibility and increase circulation. The live webinar or phone sessions meet once a week for six weeks.