A systematic cognitive behavioral therapy approach for pediatric disorders of gut-brain interaction.

Objective: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for youth with Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction (DGBIs) is effective; however, there are calls in the field to strengthen the evidence base and identify specific mechanisms of treatment that yield the most benefit for this patient population. A unique, systematic treatment approach of CBT with initial evidence for success for pediatric patients with DGBIs was evaluated to further demonstrate its clinical utility in this population.

Methods: This was a retrospective study of 42 pediatric patients aged 11-17 years with DGBIs, who were diagnosed and referred for CBT by pediatric gastroenterology providers.

Telehealth for Pediatric Disorders of Gut-Brain Interaction During the COVID-19 Pandemic.

A retrospective chart review was completed to examine psychological treatment duration and response among pediatric patients with a disorder of gut-brain interaction including functional abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) was delivered via telehealth with a licensed psychologist or supervised psychology trainee embedded in a pediatric gastroenterology clinic. Participants were 22 youth (mean age = 14.

The Nature and Evolution of the Mentoring Relationship in Academic Health Centers.

Mentoring has a long tradition in academic health centers, and from an institutional perspective can positively impact retention, wellness, promotion success, work satisfaction, and more. On the individual level, mentorship can provide professional growth and personal satisfaction for both participants. However, mentors may struggle with how to build their mentorship skills, navigating challenges with mentees over time, or if/how/when to conclude a mentor-mentee relationship.

Challenges and opportunities in measuring the pediatric quality of life: exemplified by research in pediatric gastroenterology.

: Quality of life (QOL) is an important patient-reported outcome measure (PROM). Assessment of QOL in children is challenging particularly because developmental age affects the accuracy of self-reports.: This paper gives an overview and expert opinion of the factors impacting quality assessment of pediatric QOL.

Implementing psychological therapies for gastrointestinal disorders in pediatrics.

Introduction: The brain-gut axis refers to complex and reciprocal interactions that impact symptom presentation and disease course within the GI tract. Psychological therapies included in the treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders (FGIDs) as well as chronic gut disorders including inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) address environmental and psychological factors impacting patients' symptoms and overall functioning.

Areas Covered: Employing a biopsychosocial approach, this review focuses on the evidence for and implementation of psychological therapies across pediatric gastrointestinal disorders.