Patient-oriented multifamily group-based care for somatization: Narratives from treated adolescents and parents.
Amrit Kaur Dhariwal,
Allison Lui,
Shanlea L. Gordon
et al.
Abstract:Objective: Treatment mechanisms to alleviate adolescent somatization are unknown. While processes underlying potential efficacy have not been investigated, mental health destigmatization is likely key. Here, qualitative methods were used so adolescent patients and their parents could express their perceptions about processes important in improvement from conditions affected by somatization. Method: A total of 21 posttreatment interviews (10 adolescents aged 12–17; 11 parents) were completed following participa… Show more
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