Phantoms In The Brain: Pain After Amputation

Monday, May 12, 2008 - 11:28 in Psychology & Sociology

Losing a limb can be a traumatic experience and, in some cases, emotional and physical pain can linger for years. To better understand the phenomenon, dubbed "phantom limb syndrome," a graduate student is inviting amputees to come forward and share their experiences for a major study.

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