Rome PsychoGastroenterology
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Official account of the Rome Foundation Psychogastroenterology Group #gastropsych for #IBD #IBS #Gastroparesis #Celiac #FGID #EoE & all GI diseases
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Excited to announce the launch of the new official Rome Foundation PsychoGastroenterology #Bluesky account where you can find the latest in information regarding GI psychology. #Gastropsych
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In gastro, I see daily how stress and the mind-body connection shape outcomes. That's why yoga isn’t just physical; it builds focus, resilience, and clarity. Even 5–15 min a day can make a meaningful difference.
https://hbr.org/2025/10/what-every-leader-can-learn-from-the-principles-of-yoga
https://hbr.org/2025/10/what-every-leader-can-learn-from-the-principles-of-yoga
November 14, 2025 at 4:33 PM
In gastro, I see daily how stress and the mind-body connection shape outcomes. That's why yoga isn’t just physical; it builds focus, resilience, and clarity. Even 5–15 min a day can make a meaningful difference.
https://hbr.org/2025/10/what-every-leader-can-learn-from-the-principles-of-yoga
https://hbr.org/2025/10/what-every-leader-can-learn-from-the-principles-of-yoga
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New pub-Pts w/ active IBD may report higher internalized stigma (IS), which may impact IBD disclosure. Higher levels of discrimination seen in females/SGM/BIPOC. IBD disclosure may mediate discrimination and IS. Speaks to need for #gastropsych @ibddoctor.bsky.social academic.oup.com/ecco-jcc/art...
Direct and indirect impacts of discrimination, internalized stigma, and disease disclosure on IBD patient health outcomes
AbstractBackground. Internalized stigma impacts inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients’ wellbeing and has complex relationships with experiences of disc
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November 14, 2025 at 3:02 PM
New pub-Pts w/ active IBD may report higher internalized stigma (IS), which may impact IBD disclosure. Higher levels of discrimination seen in females/SGM/BIPOC. IBD disclosure may mediate discrimination and IS. Speaks to need for #gastropsych @ibddoctor.bsky.social academic.oup.com/ecco-jcc/art...
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Even in remission, the “what if” of a flare can linger. But focusing on what we can control—sleep, stress, diet, routines—and staying present can help us manage anxiety and build resilience without letting fear take over. Great insight from Sara Levitt.
Do You Worry About Flaring Even When You’re in Remission?
Crohn’s disease influencer Sara Levitt admits that flare fears are always at the back of her mind—but she’s learned to live in the present and not allow “what if” worries to steal her joy.
www.healthcentral.com
November 18, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Even in remission, the “what if” of a flare can linger. But focusing on what we can control—sleep, stress, diet, routines—and staying present can help us manage anxiety and build resilience without letting fear take over. Great insight from Sara Levitt.
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🍽️ Gastroparesis can cause nausea, fullness, and vomiting. Samantha Sauer, BCPA, president of G-PACT, helps us understand gastroparesis, how it differs from #IBD, and whether it's common to have both. 💕
Episode 189 of #AboutIBDPodcast is in your podcast app, on YouTube, or at bit.ly/AIBD189.
Episode 189 of #AboutIBDPodcast is in your podcast app, on YouTube, or at bit.ly/AIBD189.
November 18, 2025 at 7:47 PM
🍽️ Gastroparesis can cause nausea, fullness, and vomiting. Samantha Sauer, BCPA, president of G-PACT, helps us understand gastroparesis, how it differs from #IBD, and whether it's common to have both. 💕
Episode 189 of #AboutIBDPodcast is in your podcast app, on YouTube, or at bit.ly/AIBD189.
Episode 189 of #AboutIBDPodcast is in your podcast app, on YouTube, or at bit.ly/AIBD189.
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Enteric Neurons Join the Dialogue on Pain!
A recent study reveals that cholinergic circuits within the colon communicate through dorsal root ganglion (DRG) pathways, particularly following inflammation.
👉 www.cell.com/neuron/fullt...
A recent study reveals that cholinergic circuits within the colon communicate through dorsal root ganglion (DRG) pathways, particularly following inflammation.
👉 www.cell.com/neuron/fullt...
An enteric-DRG pathway for interoception and visceral pain in mice
Wang et al. reveal a neuroanatomical and functional crosstalk between cholinergic enteric neurons and sensory neurons of the dorsal root ganglia that mediates colonic interoception. While this…
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November 24, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Enteric Neurons Join the Dialogue on Pain!
A recent study reveals that cholinergic circuits within the colon communicate through dorsal root ganglion (DRG) pathways, particularly following inflammation.
👉 www.cell.com/neuron/fullt...
A recent study reveals that cholinergic circuits within the colon communicate through dorsal root ganglion (DRG) pathways, particularly following inflammation.
👉 www.cell.com/neuron/fullt...
New training opportunity for the Manchester Protocol of Gut-Directed Hypnosis.
November 8, 2025 at 10:04 PM
New training opportunity for the Manchester Protocol of Gut-Directed Hypnosis.
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Interested in early life stress, self-regulation, and the gut-brain axis?
Apply to work with Sarah at UMass Boston! She is an amazing researcher and mentor! ✨
www.sarahcvogel.com
Apply to work with Sarah at UMass Boston! She is an amazing researcher and mentor! ✨
www.sarahcvogel.com
October 14, 2025 at 11:16 PM
Interested in early life stress, self-regulation, and the gut-brain axis?
Apply to work with Sarah at UMass Boston! She is an amazing researcher and mentor! ✨
www.sarahcvogel.com
Apply to work with Sarah at UMass Boston! She is an amazing researcher and mentor! ✨
www.sarahcvogel.com
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Our latest network meta-analysis looking at efficacy of behavioural therapies in #IBS is now published online in
@LancetGastroHep
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@LancetGastroHep
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Efficacy of behavioural therapies for irritable bowel syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) management guidelines recommend that behavioural therapies, particularly brain–gut behaviour therapies, should be consi…
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October 10, 2025 at 11:49 AM
Our latest network meta-analysis looking at efficacy of behavioural therapies in #IBS is now published online in
@LancetGastroHep
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
@LancetGastroHep
sciencedirect.com/science/arti...
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New research - Efficacy of behavioural therapies for irritable bowel syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
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#GastroSky #MedSky @alexanderford25.bsky.social @romegastropsych.bsky.social
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Efficacy of behavioural therapies for irritable bowel syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
Several behavioural therapies are efficacious for global symptoms in IBS, although
the most evidence exists for those classed as brain–gut behaviour therapies. However,
certainty in the evidence for a...
www.thelancet.com
October 10, 2025 at 11:47 AM
New research - Efficacy of behavioural therapies for irritable bowel syndrome: a systematic review and network meta-analysis
www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...
#GastroSky #MedSky @alexanderford25.bsky.social @romegastropsych.bsky.social
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#GastroSky #MedSky @alexanderford25.bsky.social @romegastropsych.bsky.social
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Hypermobility Syndromes and Their Impact on Gastrointestinal Illnesses: A Review for Gastroenterologists
Choudhary, et al.
📕 doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000003315
Choudhary, et al.
📕 doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000003315
October 1, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Hypermobility Syndromes and Their Impact on Gastrointestinal Illnesses: A Review for Gastroenterologists
Choudhary, et al.
📕 doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000003315
Choudhary, et al.
📕 doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000003315
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We’re hiring!
My new Gut–Brain Axis Lab at Northwestern is looking for a Research Technologist 2 to help build the lab and explore how the nervous system shapes gut health and disease.
🔬 Apply here: myhr.northwestern.edu/psp/hrnu/EMP...
My new Gut–Brain Axis Lab at Northwestern is looking for a Research Technologist 2 to help build the lab and explore how the nervous system shapes gut health and disease.
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September 30, 2025 at 10:32 PM
We’re hiring!
My new Gut–Brain Axis Lab at Northwestern is looking for a Research Technologist 2 to help build the lab and explore how the nervous system shapes gut health and disease.
🔬 Apply here: myhr.northwestern.edu/psp/hrnu/EMP...
My new Gut–Brain Axis Lab at Northwestern is looking for a Research Technologist 2 to help build the lab and explore how the nervous system shapes gut health and disease.
🔬 Apply here: myhr.northwestern.edu/psp/hrnu/EMP...
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🌍 Today on #WorldOstomyDay, we’re raising awareness of the diverse realities of living with a #stoma.
For some in our #IBD community, it’s life-saving, liberating, and brings relief. For others, it can feel overwhelming, isolating, or a reminder of what’s been lost. 💜
For some in our #IBD community, it’s life-saving, liberating, and brings relief. For others, it can feel overwhelming, isolating, or a reminder of what’s been lost. 💜
October 4, 2025 at 8:52 AM
🌍 Today on #WorldOstomyDay, we’re raising awareness of the diverse realities of living with a #stoma.
For some in our #IBD community, it’s life-saving, liberating, and brings relief. For others, it can feel overwhelming, isolating, or a reminder of what’s been lost. 💜
For some in our #IBD community, it’s life-saving, liberating, and brings relief. For others, it can feel overwhelming, isolating, or a reminder of what’s been lost. 💜
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🧠 GI Psychology is enrolling for an 8-week virtual #IBD #psychotherapy group for adults living w/ #Crohns or #ulcerativecolitis - combining #CBT & gut-directed #hypnotherapy Offered in partnership with @amcollegegastro.bsky.social
& @crohnscolitisfdn.bsky.social
Learn more👇🏼
🔗 bit.ly/IBDGIPsych
& @crohnscolitisfdn.bsky.social
Learn more👇🏼
🔗 bit.ly/IBDGIPsych
September 3, 2025 at 3:41 PM
🧠 GI Psychology is enrolling for an 8-week virtual #IBD #psychotherapy group for adults living w/ #Crohns or #ulcerativecolitis - combining #CBT & gut-directed #hypnotherapy Offered in partnership with @amcollegegastro.bsky.social
& @crohnscolitisfdn.bsky.social
Learn more👇🏼
🔗 bit.ly/IBDGIPsych
& @crohnscolitisfdn.bsky.social
Learn more👇🏼
🔗 bit.ly/IBDGIPsych
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In this new Gut Matters episode, we explore resilience in IBS-C with GI psychologist Dr. Laurie Keefer. Learn about her GRITT method, plus strategies like acceptance, optimism, self-regulation, and social support to improve quality of life and daily coping:
Building Resilience: Navigating IBS-C with Strength and Skill — BloodStream Media
In this episode of Gut Matters: Discoveries & Innovations, hosts Andrea Shin, MD and Johannah Ruddy, DHSc. MEd discuss the importance of resilience in managing IBS with constipation (IBS-C) with GI psychologist Dr. Lori Keefer.
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September 9, 2025 at 2:05 PM
In this new Gut Matters episode, we explore resilience in IBS-C with GI psychologist Dr. Laurie Keefer. Learn about her GRITT method, plus strategies like acceptance, optimism, self-regulation, and social support to improve quality of life and daily coping:
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🚨 New article in press examining shame's role in bowel disorders of gut-brain interaction was picked up in MedicalXpress.
📰 Check out the press coverage: ow.ly/efBW50WTiZw
📝 Read the original research paper: ow.ly/vgwF50WTiZv
📰 Check out the press coverage: ow.ly/efBW50WTiZw
📝 Read the original research paper: ow.ly/vgwF50WTiZv
September 9, 2025 at 8:27 PM
🚨 New article in press examining shame's role in bowel disorders of gut-brain interaction was picked up in MedicalXpress.
📰 Check out the press coverage: ow.ly/efBW50WTiZw
📝 Read the original research paper: ow.ly/vgwF50WTiZv
📰 Check out the press coverage: ow.ly/efBW50WTiZw
📝 Read the original research paper: ow.ly/vgwF50WTiZv
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FREE Webinar – Sept 29, 2025 | 7 PM EDT
How GI Psychology Enhances Digestive Care
Presented in #Spanish |
🌎 In collaboration with the Sociedad Latinoamericana de Neurogastroenterología
Register via our website #linkinbio
#Psychogastroenterology #Gastroenterology #DGBI #FreeWebinar
How GI Psychology Enhances Digestive Care
Presented in #Spanish |
🌎 In collaboration with the Sociedad Latinoamericana de Neurogastroenterología
Register via our website #linkinbio
#Psychogastroenterology #Gastroenterology #DGBI #FreeWebinar
August 26, 2025 at 7:29 PM
FREE Webinar – Sept 29, 2025 | 7 PM EDT
How GI Psychology Enhances Digestive Care
Presented in #Spanish |
🌎 In collaboration with the Sociedad Latinoamericana de Neurogastroenterología
Register via our website #linkinbio
#Psychogastroenterology #Gastroenterology #DGBI #FreeWebinar
How GI Psychology Enhances Digestive Care
Presented in #Spanish |
🌎 In collaboration with the Sociedad Latinoamericana de Neurogastroenterología
Register via our website #linkinbio
#Psychogastroenterology #Gastroenterology #DGBI #FreeWebinar
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🫥 #IBD is invisible, so people don't understand. Stories like “The Mouse Who Couldn’t Eat Cheese,” help kids (& grown-ups) feel seen. 📖 Learn more about the book, who inspired it, and author MB Mooney on #AboutIBDPodcast 181! Get it any podcast app, or watch the VIDEO on the YouTube! bit.ly/AIBD181
August 27, 2025 at 11:55 AM
🫥 #IBD is invisible, so people don't understand. Stories like “The Mouse Who Couldn’t Eat Cheese,” help kids (& grown-ups) feel seen. 📖 Learn more about the book, who inspired it, and author MB Mooney on #AboutIBDPodcast 181! Get it any podcast app, or watch the VIDEO on the YouTube! bit.ly/AIBD181
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New Comment - Cultural competence in the delivery of nutrition and symptom care in irritable bowel syndrome
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#GastroSky #MedSky @nehagastrord.bsky.social @hmstaudacher.bsky.social
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#GastroSky #MedSky @nehagastrord.bsky.social @hmstaudacher.bsky.social
August 14, 2025 at 5:11 AM
New Comment - Cultural competence in the delivery of nutrition and symptom care in irritable bowel syndrome
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#GastroSky #MedSky @nehagastrord.bsky.social @hmstaudacher.bsky.social
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#GastroSky #MedSky @nehagastrord.bsky.social @hmstaudacher.bsky.social
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The latest AGA IBS survey shows that symptoms disrupt work an average of 11 days per month and personal life 8 days. To me, this highlights the need for providers to listen closely, tailor treatments, and address both symptoms and quality of life to better support those living with #IBS. #PX
Survey reveals persistent challenges of IBS on daily life and productivity
Despite social media helping to increase awareness of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) among the public (81% of health care providers agree) and advancements in treatment over the past decade, IBS symptoms continue to significantly impact patients' daily lives and productivity, according to a new survey released by the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), in partnership with The Harris Po
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August 21, 2025 at 3:16 PM
The latest AGA IBS survey shows that symptoms disrupt work an average of 11 days per month and personal life 8 days. To me, this highlights the need for providers to listen closely, tailor treatments, and address both symptoms and quality of life to better support those living with #IBS. #PX
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IBD is more than inflammation. Patients can struggle with fatigue, pain, stress, anxiety & depression. In our new paper, we discuss how #VR might support the gut–brain axis, easing psychological comorbidities while complementing physical care. More: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39990506/
August 23, 2025 at 1:06 AM
IBD is more than inflammation. Patients can struggle with fatigue, pain, stress, anxiety & depression. In our new paper, we discuss how #VR might support the gut–brain axis, easing psychological comorbidities while complementing physical care. More: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39990506/
Join us for our next Grand Rounds focusing on GastroPsych for a diverse Spanish-speaking audience!
Presented by Fran A. C. Meyer, PhD and moderated by Ignacio Hanna-Jairala, MD and Sophia W. Light, PhD
@RomeFoundation
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Rome Foundation GastroPsych: How GI Psychology Enhances the Treatment of Digestive Disorders
This free, introductory webinar will provide an engaging overview of psychogastroenterology for a diverse Spanish-speaking audience, including gastroenterologists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and ot...
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August 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Join us for our next Grand Rounds focusing on GastroPsych for a diverse Spanish-speaking audience!
Presented by Fran A. C. Meyer, PhD and moderated by Ignacio Hanna-Jairala, MD and Sophia W. Light, PhD
@RomeFoundation
Sign up today 👇
romefoundation.clickfunnels.com/gispych-chyp...
Presented by Fran A. C. Meyer, PhD and moderated by Ignacio Hanna-Jairala, MD and Sophia W. Light, PhD
@RomeFoundation
Sign up today 👇
romefoundation.clickfunnels.com/gispych-chyp...
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Despite more awareness and treatments, #IBS is still deeply disrupting lives.
New data shows patients lose nearly 19 days/month to symptoms, affecting work, relationships, and mental health.
🔗 Read more here: gastro.org/news/aga-ibs...
New data shows patients lose nearly 19 days/month to symptoms, affecting work, relationships, and mental health.
🔗 Read more here: gastro.org/news/aga-ibs...
August 7, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Despite more awareness and treatments, #IBS is still deeply disrupting lives.
New data shows patients lose nearly 19 days/month to symptoms, affecting work, relationships, and mental health.
🔗 Read more here: gastro.org/news/aga-ibs...
New data shows patients lose nearly 19 days/month to symptoms, affecting work, relationships, and mental health.
🔗 Read more here: gastro.org/news/aga-ibs...
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New research confirms what many of us in #healthcare know: how we communicate matters. When patients feel respected and informed, trust and outcomes improve. “Fairness” in care—both interpersonal and informational—matters. #PatientExperience @theconversation.com
Patients who feel heard are more likely to stick with medical treatment
How practitioners listen and communicate helps shape patient experiences in healthcare systems.
theconversation.com
August 11, 2025 at 2:47 PM
New research confirms what many of us in #healthcare know: how we communicate matters. When patients feel respected and informed, trust and outcomes improve. “Fairness” in care—both interpersonal and informational—matters. #PatientExperience @theconversation.com
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Submit your #ACG2025 late-breaking abstracts!
✅Research results not available or fully analyzed by June 2, 2025
✅Abstracts considered for oral presentation only
✅Accepted abstract authors must present in person and register as an attendee
Due August 26: bit.ly/latebreaking-abstracts
✅Research results not available or fully analyzed by June 2, 2025
✅Abstracts considered for oral presentation only
✅Accepted abstract authors must present in person and register as an attendee
Due August 26: bit.ly/latebreaking-abstracts
August 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Submit your #ACG2025 late-breaking abstracts!
✅Research results not available or fully analyzed by June 2, 2025
✅Abstracts considered for oral presentation only
✅Accepted abstract authors must present in person and register as an attendee
Due August 26: bit.ly/latebreaking-abstracts
✅Research results not available or fully analyzed by June 2, 2025
✅Abstracts considered for oral presentation only
✅Accepted abstract authors must present in person and register as an attendee
Due August 26: bit.ly/latebreaking-abstracts