Psychological Treatments for Pediatric Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders

@article{Brent2009PsychologicalTF,
  title={Psychological Treatments for Pediatric Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders},
  author={M. Gudenkauf Brent and Debra J. Lobato and Neal S LeLeiko},
  journal={Journal of Pediatric Gastroenterology and Nutrition},
  year={2009},
  volume={48},
  pages={13–21}
}
Our objective was to systematically review and evaluate behavioral and psychological treatments applied to pediatric functional gastrointestinal disorders. Electronic searches were conducted in bibliographic databases including PubMed, PsychInfo, and Medline. Psychological and behavioral interventions were classified into the following 5 primary treatment modalities: psychoeducation, behavior therapy/contingency management, relaxation-based therapies (including biofeedback and hypnotherapy… 
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