Gut feelings 1. Mind, mood and gut in irritable bowel syndrome: Approaches to psychiatric care

Philip Keightley*, Paul Pavli, Jan Platten, Jeffrey Cl Looi

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    Abstract

    Objective: Psychiatrists are likely to encounter patients with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). We aim to provide a clinically-focused summary of psychiatric comorbidities and management. Conclusions: IBS affects up to 15% of the population. Antidepressants and brief psychotherapy can reduce symptom severity and improve coping. These treatments are effective for patients without comorbid mental illness, as well as those with increased somatisation, health-care seeking and sexual abuse histories.

    Original languageEnglish
    Pages (from-to)403-406
    Number of pages4
    JournalAustralasian Psychiatry
    Volume23
    Issue number4
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - 1 Jan 2015

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