Psychological interventions for irritable bowel syndrome: A nursing perspective
Author(s)
Date Issued
2010
Publisher
MA Healthcare
Journal
Gastrointestinal Nursing
Volume
8
Issue
9
Start page
18
End page
21
Abstract
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common functional bowel disorder. It accounts for up to 50% of all referrals to gastrointestinal departments and to this day it remains a mysterious and poorly understood condition. IBS patients can suffer from abnormal bowel function and a range of unexplained abdominal symptoms, which can have a detrimental affect on their psychological wellbeing and health-related quality of life. In this article, Graeme D Smith outlines the psychological management of IBS from a nursing perspective.
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