Date: Feb. 12, 2025
Presented by: Scott Rower, Ph.D.
Presenter Information
Scott Rower is a clinical psychologist that will be presenting on the intersection of mental health and digestive disorders, known as GI psychology. Rower brings a unique perspective to this topic as someone who has lived with a digestive disease (Crohn’s Disease) for many years. He hosts The Rest & Digest Podcast, where he shares useful information on the gut-brain connection and psychological tools for GI disorders.You can find additional resources and information on the Rest & Digest website.
Presentation Points
- Define and explain the bio-psycho-social model of chronic digestive disorders, specifically involving the factors of the brain-gut connection.
- Understand the role of psychological factors in the exacerbation of common GI disorders.
- Explore the two-way relationship between gastrointestinal (GI) health and mental health, highlighting how issues in one can negatively affect the other in a reciprocal manner.
- Discuss the importance of advocating a patient to seek a multidisciplinary approach to treating GI disorders, including collaboration with gastroenterologists, dietitians, and mental health providers.
- Define and explore the three psychological interventions for GI disorders that have empirical support.