Internet-Delivered CBT for Children With Functional Abdominal Pain Disorders

Internet-Delivered Cognitive Behavior Therapy for Children With Functional Abdominal Pain Disorders - a Randomized Controlled Trial

This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the efficacy of exposure-based Internet-delivered cognitive behavior therapy for children 8-12 years with Functional Abdominal Pain Disorders. The children participate along with their parents, who will also receive specific modules with information on how to support their children in the treatment. Predictors and mediators for treatment effects will be studied as well as the cost effectiveness of the intervention.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Children 8-12 years with either irritable bowel syndrome, functional dyspepsia or functional abdominal pain - not otherwise specified diagnosed according to Rome-III or Rome-IV criteria.
• Psychopharmacological medication stable for at least a month if medicating.
• Child and at least one parent speaking and writing swedish.
• Access to computer with Internet connection.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe somatic disorder and/or if the child fulfills criteria of other disorder that better explains the abdominal symptoms.
• Severe psychiatric or social problems that needs other care.
• Ongoing psychological treatment.
• School absenteeism more than 40 %.