My Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Anxiety

This programme can be run on an in-house basis for groups, schools/colleges and businesses, which can be a very cost effective option. Please contact info@HealthcareOnDemand.org.uk for more information. We may also re-run this event on an open enrolment basis. If you are interested in this or any of our other courses/workshops/seminars, please register your interest HERE. We will then let you know when the next relevant event is open for registrations.

A workshop on understanding the condition and useful self help measures

What is IBS ?

IBS is a collection of gut symptoms. It is experienced by around 15% of the UK population and is common across a wide age range. Symptoms include nausea, constipation, diarrhoea, excessive wind, bloating, stomach cramps and lethargy. IBS can be a debilitating condition which can have a negative effect on quality of life. It is a chronic disease and often life-long.

IBS and Anxiety

Anxiety and IBS are often quite closely linked, and it is quite common for people who suffer from IBS to also suffer from anxiety. Many of the physical symptoms of anxiety are also similar to symptoms of IBS. Furthermore the symptoms of IBS can lead to an increase in anxiety or stress for the individual in many different situations. Learning strategies to deal with anxiety and stress can help in the management of IBS symptoms.

Target Audience

People experiencing IBS symptoms who would like to explore self help interventions which may alleviate symptoms

Topics to be Covered

What is IBS?
How is it diagnosed?
Diet and lifestyle interventions that can help
Are there any medications that can help?
How strategies to reduce your stress and anxiety can help with IBS symptoms
What is the low FODMAP diet and could it help?

The number of attendees is limited to a maximum of 8 to ensure a small group environment where participants will be free to ask questions. All participants will be asked to agree to respect the confidentiality of others attending the workshop.

The workshop will not take the place of an individual consultation with either practitioner but participants will be given written literature to support the topics covered at the workshop and are welcome to book an individual consultation at another time.

Enquires should be addressed to info@HealthcareOnDemand.org.uk

Testimonials

I just wanted to say thank you to you and Jane for an interesting and thought provoking course. I have always known how fragile mental health can be and having dealt with students who were struggling in the past was worried that I would do or say the wrong the thing. This has given me the confidence to know there is a way of dealing with things that will help students prior to getting the right support in place for them.

- S.A. Teacher

My mental health skills and knowledge were sharpened up today by your presentation and hard hitting information. It’s easy to be worn down sometimes by the colossal work load and to become desensitised by the dynamics of the everyday work. I really liked the reminder of the powerfulness of silence and I feel passionate about the use of this in therapy. There was so much that resonated.

- S.S.T. Therapist, Special Needs

It was a very good day, I already feel more able to help a young person in need and am more aware of signs to look out for.

- V.P. Local Government Officer

Thank you for an excellent course. It certainly will benefit me in the workplace.
You clearly have a passion for what you do and that results in you providing excellent information on mental health issues.

- N.P. Manager, Accountancy Firm

Thank you again for a brilliant course.
I was out at dinner last night (getting my hour of happiness!) and whilst do the actions to ALGEE, recommended the MHFA youth course to two of my friends who are definitely interested in attending. We will get to that 10% target I am sure.
Thank you for all your hard work, effort and for sharing your experiences.

- C.P., Compliance Manager, Banking

I completed MHFA (Youth Programme in June and thoroughly enjoy the two days. I found it really interesting, helpful and feel more confident in triaging issues as they might appear. Mental Health and Wellbeing is something as a Senior Leadership Team that we feel needs further investment within the school and it is a priority over the coming academic year.

- R.D., Head of 6th Form

I just wanted to drop you a line to express my heartfelt thanks to you for delivering an amazing course to us over the last 2 days. What a lot you squeezed in! You gave deeply moving, personal stories, which demonstrated with (alarming at times) clarity the devastating effects that poor mental health can have if left untreated. Thank you for your honesty and openness. I wish you the very best with the ongoing delivery of this training to as many people as possible!

- C.S., Parent

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