Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Children With Pain-Related Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: Feasibility Study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pain-related functional gastrointestinal disorders (P-FGIDs; eg, irritable bowel syndrome) are highly prevalent in children and associated with low quality of life, anxiety, and school absence. Treatment options are scarce, and there is a need for effective and accessible treatments. Internet-delivered cognitive behavior therapy (Internet-CBT) based on exposure exercises is effective for adult and adolescent irritable bowel syndrome, but it has not been evaluated for younger children.

Objective

The objective of this study was to assess acceptability, feasibility, and potential clinical efficacy of Internet-CBT for children with P-FGIDs.

Methods

This was a feasibility study with a within-group design. We included 31 children aged 8-12 years and diagnosed wit

SUBMITTER: Lalouni M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5571236 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature