An introduction to mindfulness in irritable bowel syndrome
Author(s)
Date Issued
2017
Publisher
MA Healthcare
Journal
Gastrointestinal Nursing
Volume
15
Issue
2
Start page
37
End page
38
Abstract
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a functional bowel disorder, which globally accounts for up to half of all referrals to gastroenterologists. It is a particularly complex condition, which can have a detrimental effect on the patient's health-related quality of life and psychosocial wellbeing. In recent years, there has been an increasing trend in the use of non-pharmacological interventions in the management of IBS, including mindfulness-based treatments (MBT). In this clinical skills article, Graeme D Smith examines the role of mindfulness in the management of IBS from a gastrointestinal nursing perspective.
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