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IBS Audio Program 60: Treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome in children using guided imagery
Innovation & Research Award Winner 2008
This self-help hypnosis program uses specific hypnotherapy guided imagery processes and methods to help alleviate Irritable Bowel Syndrome IBS symptoms in children. It is designed to help the physical and emotional aspects of the IBS condition, including functional recurrent abdominal pain.
“Regardless of whether common or rare, functional GI and motility disorders can be painful and challenging to both the child and his or her family. A global approach to treatment, involving the patient and family, as well as a team of health care professionals from different specialties is sometimes called for and is often most effective.”
(from aboutKidsGI.org and the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders - IFFGD)
Welcome Parents
Functional or recurrent abdominal pain or RAP, tummy aches, missed school and the various symptoms of functional motility disorders and Irritable Bowel Syndrome in children, is not new, but finding an appropriate treatment for your child may prove to be quite frustrating. While many medications and behavioral treatment methods can provide some relief for your child, you may still be searching for something more effective that can be used alongside treatment prescribed by your child’s physician.
The IBS Audio Program 60® is designed to address recurrent abdominal pain or RAP, (also termed functional abdominal pain - FAP), school attendance worries, perceived perceptions from peers, teachers and others, mood, sleep and general happiness, in addition to other areas, which are included in the 27 measured responses for symptom reduction.
Using relaxation and imagery, the child uses his/her natural abilities to follow simple suggestions learning to control symptoms and fears, and to bring calmness and harmony to both body and emotions. The program includes a listening schedule and symptom checklist/progress log.
Parental participation is required, and the program is suitable for children ages 8-13. For children who have a good understanding of concepts, and with parental guidance, it can prove helpful for children a bit younger as well.
The program should not be used however, for children who have mental and/or emotional issues or conditions that have been diagnosed independently of their functional gastrointestinal related symptoms. It should be noted too, that every child’s situation and condition is different, and due to many factors, there are no guarantees that your child will be “cured” or fully healed, nor is this program a magic bullet for every symptom to be addressed. But for the majority of children, the program has proven to be very effective for many facets of their condition.
The IBS Audio Program 60® for Children addresses these symptoms and related concerns
Stomach ache
Bloating
Diarrhea
Constipation
Alternating Bowel Movements – D & C
Rushing for toilet
Wind / Gas
Nausea
Pain in back passage
Cramping
Not empty feeling
Full bladder
Increased urination
Fear going out
Fear going to school
Friends don’t understand
Teachers don’t understand
Others don’t understand
Low Confidence
Headaches
Anxiety
Disturbed sleep
Feeling sad/not wanting to play
Feeling angry
Feeling scared
Always avoid foods
Children and tummy aches and missing school – Parents’ Concern.
The pain your child experiences is real, not imagined. Many parents may feel that their child is “using” pain as an excuse to get out of school, or some dreaded event or appointment. While this certainly this could be the case, there are many scenarios to this.
A child can develop functional abdominal pain, tummy aches, and various IBS symptoms as a result of having this initially happen during a certain class, school in general, or a given appointment. The symptoms might have become intrinsically linked to the location or event in which they first occurred. But this behavior is totally unconscious. Clinical hypnotherapy works by addressing the subconscious mind and works on the brain-gut connection to help your child reduce and even eliminate their IBS symptoms and related worries and anxieties.
The many symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, recurrent or functional abdominal pain, tummy aches and with children missing school, are more common than you may think, affecting at least 1 in 5 in Western populations. And as a parent, seeing your child suffer is frustrating too, because many times conventional medical treatment does not always provide your child with the relief you seek.
In the UK, research has shown that the use of clinical hypnotherapy often helps individuals who have failed to see improvements with other methods. Clinical hypnotherapist Michael Mahoney, works alongside general practitioners and takes referrals from gastroenterologists and has been treating IBS patients at his Medical Centre in Cheshire, England since 1993. Since that time, he has used his original gut-specific therapy, Ongoing Progressive Session Induction Methods (OPSIM) successfully with thousands of patients.
The IBS Audio Program 60® converts one-on-one sessions used in the clinical environment into a unique home based, easy to follow program that alleviates pain, diarrhea, cramping, constipation, bloating, stress, anxiety, fears of school and difficult situations and many other IBS symptoms.
The IBS Audio Program 60® Includes 4 CDs containing:
- An Informational Introductory Session for Parent only
- Two Introductory Sessions for the Child
- Six (6) Therapeutic Sessions for the Child
- Complete informational booklet containing symptom checklist, progress log, listening scheduler, and essential information about IBS and related symptoms and concerns for both you and your child.
Michael also provides suggestions and guidance for helping you get your child back on track with regular school attendance.
This program is cost-effective, convenient, used in the privacy, security and familiarity of your child’s own home during the times you choose.
The program is safe, with no side effect, and it can be used with other treatment methods. Always follow your child’s physician’s guidance.
Make sure your child has been diagnosed with IBS by a medical doctor, as there are other serious conditions with symptoms similar to IBS.
American Gastroenterological Association has approved the use of clinical hypnotherapy as a treatment method for IBS since 1996.
IBS Audio Program for Children $124
IBS Audio Program 60® for Children - CD
4 CDs shipped in a discreet program folder including 2 introductory sessions and 6 guided imagery hypnotherapy sessions with accompanying informative booklet and listening schedule, along with an informational parental CD.
CD: CDs can be played on traditional CD players and computers. The audio program will be sent to you in the post as one or more CDs in a discreet case. If the program includes a listening schedule, this will be included as a printed booklet.
MP3 Download: This format is suitable for use on computers and MP3 players only and can be downloaded onto your computer immediately once your purchase has been completed. To do so, you will need a fast internet connection. If the program includes a listening schedule, this will be made available as a PDF document which you can print.
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