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Findings demonstrated that a brief DBT-ST group integrated as an adjunctive intervention to TAU in a bariatric pre-surgical program could aid in addressing eating pathology. Bariatric participants in a DBT-ST plus TAU group may be on a better weight loss trajectory than those who only receive TAU.

This study examined the relationship between childhood abuse experiences and health anxiety in adulthood and investigated the role of attachment in this relationship. In total, 181 university students (aged 18–29 years) completed a battery of measures that assessed childhood abuse, health anxiety, and attachment orientation. Health anxiety was associated with all categories of childhood abuse and overall childhood abuse severity. Anxious attachment partially mediated the relationship between overall childhood abuse and health anxiety in adulthood. The results further our understanding of the relationship between childhood abuse and health anxiety in adulthood and provide support for the interpersonal model of health anxiety.

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Objective: Children with cystic fibrosis (CF) may experience elevated symptoms of depression and anxiety, as well as impairments in quality of life. To date, there is no mental health program specifically designed to address the mental health needs of children with CF. In the interest of informing the development of an accessible (i.e., Internet-delivered) mental health program, the present study examined the information and service needs of children with CF from the perspective of children with CF, their parents, and CF health care providers. Methods: A qualitative research design was used. Participants (n = 16) included children with CF (n = 5, Mage = 9.25, SD = 1.29), parents (n = 7, Mage = 36.43, SD = 3.46), and health care providers (n = 4, Mage = 44.00, SD = 10.46) recruited from regional CF clinics. Participants completed a brief demographic questionnaire. Semi-structured individual interviews were conducted with all participants. Results: Thematic content analysis generated four major themes: (1) challenges living with CF, (2) coping, (3) building independence, and (4) bridging gaps in services. Each theme was comprised of several subthemes. Conclusions: The findings highlight many emotional and social challenges experienced by children with CF and their families. Providing effective support for the entire family in managing and coping with CF was emphasized. Information gathered in the present study will be used, in combination with the empirical literature, to inform the development of an Internet-delivered mental health prevention program for children living with CF.