Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a chronic, relapsing and often lifelong disorder. Approximately 1 in 20 of us in the UK are affected by IBS.
IBS is characterised by a range of symptoms experienced within the digestive system, such as:
- Abdominal pain or discomfort
- A change in bowel habit
- Bloating and/or swelling of the stomach
- Flatulence
- Nausea
- Tiredness
With all this going on, it is understandable that there is a strong link between IBS symptoms and symptoms of stress, anxiety and/or low mood.
Experiencing these symptoms can understandably reduce a person’s quality of life. Please know that you are not alone, and we want to support you in taking the steps to manage your emotional wellbeing and physical health condition.
If you would like support then please make a self-referral, you can do this via our digital chat bot, or by clicking the self-refer button.
Once we receive your referral, we can book you in for an initial telephone conversation to discuss what support may be best for you and your needs.
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If you are suffering from anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, low mood or excessive worry, NHS Talking Therapies can provide you with advice, guidance and support.
