About the Author and This Book
Preface
Foreword
Introduction: How to Use this Book
1. Do I Have IBS?
2. What's Causing My Gut Symptoms?
3. Turn it Off - Relaxation Training
4. Burn it Off - Physical Activity
5. The Cognitive Model of Stress Management
6. Applying the Cognitive Model to GI Symptoms
7. Test It Out! Behavioral Experiments
8. Eliminating Avoidance
9. Diet and IBS
10. Using Medication Wisely
11. This Could Be You! How Working Through This Book Could Change Your Life
12. Summary, Review, and Final Thoughts
Appendix A - Rome IV Criteria Self-Report
Appendix B - Gastrointestinal Symptom Rating Scale (GSRS)
Appendix C - IBS Quality of Life Questionnaire (IBS-QOL)
Appendix D - Visceral Sensitivity Index (VSI)
Appendix E - GI Cognitions Questionnaire (GI-COG)
Appendix F - Fear of Food Questionnaire
Appendix G - Melissa's World-Famous Granola Recipe
Acknowledgements
Index