CBT for Stomach Pain in Kids Ages 9-14
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests a customized counseling program (called CBT) for kids with recurring stomach pain that doesn't have an obvious medical cause. The goal is to help kids manage their pain and feel better in daily life.
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Who can take part
- Your child is between 9 and 14 years old
- Your child has been diagnosed with functional abdominal pain (stomach pain without a clear physical cause)
- Your child experiences noticeable difficulty with school, activities, or daily tasks due to the stomach pain (a score of 7 or higher on a disability scale)
- Your child does not have a developmental delay, hearing loss, or learning disability that would prevent them from participating in counseling
- Your child's psychiatric symptoms (if any) are being managed—no active psychosis, suicidal thoughts, or severe untreated depression
- Your child's stomach pain is not caused by a known disease like cancer, cystic fibrosis, or inflammatory bowel disease
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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