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#338032 - 11/13/08 07:44 AM

Jason63

Reged: 10/14/08
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Has anyone tried this for their IBS problems. I couln't get a clear answer from my GI doctor about what this is about and did a search on the Internet only describing it as a technique to help people who suffer from depression. Now I like to think I'm a pretty happy guy. Of course when I have a "bad day" with the IBS I get a little down, but who doesn't. Any thoughts would be appreciated!
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#338033 - 11/13/08 08:28 AM

Sand

Reged: 12/13/04
Posts: 4490
Loc: West Orange, NJ (IBS-D)

An IBS sufferer has written a book about using CBT to help his IBS. Here's a post about it: web page

My own opinion is that Heather's diet is essential to help with food-related symptoms but CBT (or hypno) can be of great help with the stress portion of IBS.

My understanding of CBT is that it helps you learn to think about your problems differently. Instead of thinking, "I have IBS so my life is horrible" it teaches you to think, "I have IBS. What specific problems does that present and what techniques can I develop to cope with them?" So it's not just for depression. You might find this useful: web page

Also you can do a Search here for:

cognitive behavioral

across all Boards with no time limit. I'm pretty sure at least one poster has used it.

HTH.

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