Feasibility of group-based acceptance and commitment therapy for adolescents (AHEAD) with multiple functional somatic syndromes: a pilot study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Recurrent and impairing functional somatic syndromes (FSS) are common in adolescents. Despite a high need for care, empirically supported treatments are lacking for youth. The aim of this uncontrolled pilot study was to assess feasibility and treatment potential of a new intervention with group-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in a generic treatment approach for adolescents with multiple FSS.

Methods

Twenty-one patients received 'ACT for Health in Adolescents' (AHEAD) (30 h), specifically developed for adolescents (aged 15-19 years) with moderate to severe FSS. Close relatives attended an information meeting to facilitate support of the patients throughout treatment. Treatment satisfaction was evaluated by means of self-report and relatives' impressio

SUBMITTER: Kallesoe KH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7507241 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature