Social support has also been identified as a common factor across disabilities to help reduce pain. An individual's support system includes friends, family members and caregivers, including professionals (Ambrose et al, 2003; Häkkinen, 2004; Häkkinen et al, 2004; Moskowitz et al, 2004; Olanow et al, 2001; Sharma, Cahue, Song, Hayes, Pai, & Dunlop, 2003; Strumse, Stanghelle, Utne, Utne, & Svendsby, 2003). Being around people who have a positive attitude, offer support, and are optimistic can reduce the amount of pain medication needed by an individual (Sprott, 2003).