Dr. Afton Hassett Earns the
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DISTINGUISHED SCHOLAR
AWARD

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Clinical Psychologist |
Pain Researcher |
Author | Speaker


Afton L. Hassett, Psy.D., is a clinical psychologist and pain researcher at the University of Michigan, where she serves as Director of Pain and Opioid Research. She has authored more than 130 peer-reviewed scientific publications and has been awarded over $30 million in funding from the National Institutes of Health for research focused on evidence-based treatments for chronic pain.

Dr. Hassett is the author of the bestselling book Chronic Pain Reset and host of the globally distributed podcast of the same name, reaching listeners in more than 90 countries. Her work bridges rigorous science and real-world application to help people living with chronic pain—and those who care for them—restore function, resilience, and quality of life.

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  • “Dr. Hassett puts forth life-changing skills based on science...helping you create a useful, personalized plan to thrive.”

    —Marian T. Hannan, DSc, MPH, distinguished scientist, Professor of Medicine,
    Harvard Medical School

  • “I can’t think of anyone better to help guide a person with chronic pain toward wellness than Afton Hassett.”

    —Daniel J. Clauw, MD; Professor of Anesthesiology, Director CPFRC, University of Michigan 

  • “This amazing resource will become your companion, helping you learn that having more positive thoughts and behaviors can alter how your brain processes pain.”

    —Neil Basu, PhD, Professor of Musculoskeletal Medicine, University of Glasgow, Scotland

  • "Chronic Pain Reset is a genuine gift to both chronic pain sufferers and clinicians that should bring readers hope and encouragement."

    —Frank Tu, MD, MPH pelvic surgeon, Clinical Professor, University of Chicago

  • “I don't think I have a patient who wouldn’t benefit from this book. Empowerment gives you permission to take notice, take control, and prioritize harnessing the mind-body connection."

    —Andrea L. Chadwick, MD, Associate Professor of Anesthesiology, University of Kansas

  • “If you’re one of the millions who live with chronic pain, count yourself fortunate to have this chance to absorb the discoveries and advice from a true expert in positive health.”

    —Barbara Fredrickson, PhD., award winning author of Positivity and Love 2.0. Kenan Distinguished Professor, Department of Psychology & Neuroscience, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

There are 86 billion neurons

in the human brain.

Changes to the brain networks are thought to underlie
chronic pain.

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Pain is in the Brain.

“When we supercharge the pain circuits in our brain with stress, fear, anger, and sadness we make the pain much worse; however, when we choose to mix in joy, love, purpose, and fun activities, we can influence the pain signals and make the pain feel much better.”

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If you have chronic pain hit
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and start living a more rewarding life.

Using scientific evidence to better understand and change your
experience of pain.

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Afton has published over 130 research articles in scientific journals and has been awarded over $30M of federal funding, from the National Institutes of Health for her research related to
helping people with chronic pain.

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Chronic Pain Rates on the Rise

Study finds more people suffering from chronic pain than other common conditions. According to the CDC, 21% of adults reported living with chronic pain, which is more common than diabetes, depression and heart disease.

Make space for yourself.

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