Adolescent Writing Intervention

STUDY BASICS

Are you a parent of a teen coping with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? Carnegie Mellon University is currently recruiting adolescents (ages 12-17) diagnosed with IBS for a study testing whether writing exercises can improve well-being and GI symptoms.

STUDY PURPOSE

The purpose of the study is to assess whether a writing intervention decreases symptom severity and increases psychological well-being among adolescents (ages 12-17) who are diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

COULD THIS STUDY BE RIGHT FOR YOUR CHILD?

• English-speaking
• between the ages of 12 and 17
• have a current diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
• own a smartphone, email address, and access to a computer
• be willing/available to be randomized and participate in all study activities

WHAT PARTICIPANTS CAN EXPECT

The remote study will consist of 3 remote assessments and the completion of short online writing exercises over the course of a month.