When Pediatric GI Symptoms Need Both Gastroenterology and Psychology (Cleveland Clinic)

Cleveland Clinic highlights an integrated GI and behavioral health approach for children with chronic GI conditions, including IBD and disorders of gut-brain interaction. Its pediatric programs incorporate psychology into IBD care to address treatment anxiety, adherence and the emotional impact of chronic disease, while behavioral interventions such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback and relaxation techniques are used for functional abdominal pain and constipation. The model reflects a broader shift toward treating the gut-brain connection and the behavioral dimensions of GI disease alongside underlying pathology.