Pediatric Psychogastroenterology

Pediatric Psychogastroenterology brings together international experts to provide evidence-based psychological and behavioral treatment protocols for children experiencing gastrointestinal symptoms and related mental health concerns. As the first consolidated resource on this specialized area, the book equips mental health professionals with practical, up-to-date guidance for supporting pediatric patients and their families. Structured around symptom presentation and common clinical challenges, it allows readers to quickly identify and address specific areas of need. Each chapter includes clinical pearls and 62 developmentally appropriate worksheets, available for download, to enhance therapeutic practice and family engagement.

Key Features:

• Consolidates evidence-based psychological and behavioral approaches for pediatric gastrointestinal care.
• Offers guidance on working with children, parents, and families to support holistic treatment.
• Structured for rapid access by symptom presentation and clinical challenge.
• Includes clinical pearls, practical worksheets, and downloadable resources for direct use in practice.
• Serves as a comprehensive resource for mental health professionals and postgraduate students in health psychology, behavioral medicine, or social work.