The Human Spine - Basic Anatomy And Surgical Procedures; Presurgical Psychological Screening - Rationale And Process; Medical Risk Factors; Behavioural And Historical Influences - The Psychological Examination; Personality And Emotional Issues; PPS Prognosis - The Mind-Body Interface; The Psychoneuroimmunology Of Spine Surgery; Conceptual Models Of Surgery Preparation; Preparing For Spine Surgery - Cognitive-Behavioural Intervention; Preparing For Spine Surgery - Psychosocial Interventions; Post-Surgical Deconditioning And Reconditioning - Potentials And Pitfalls; Psychological Aspects Of Post-Surgical Rehabilitation.