A Comprehensive Self-Management Intervention for Individuals With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

A Comprehensive Self-Management Intervention for Individuals With Inflammatory Bowel Disease

This study aims to test the feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy of a comprehensive self-management (CSM) intervention for people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The CSM-IBD intervention is an adaption of the CSM intervention initially developed for individuals with irritable bowel syndrome. The intervention has eight sessions which cover an introduction to IBD, symptom tracking, cognitive behavioral strategies, relaxation, sleep, diet, and pain management.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Healthcare provider diagnosis of inflammatory bowel disease
• Report current symptoms
• Able to read and write in English

Exclusion Criteria:

• Live outside of Washington state
• Bowel-related surgery within the past month