Stress and Common Gastrointestinal Disorders

Written for general practitioners, specialists in gastroenterology, and clinical psychologists, this volume offers a comprehensive approach to the management of the most common gastrointestinal disorders. The author covers peptic ulcer, non-ulcer dyspepsia, irritable bowel, and functional constipation, discussing the somatic and mental symptoms of these disorders, and emphasizing the need to evaluate the psychosocial background for each patient.