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Nocturnal enuresis: behavioral treatments
1Division of Child Development and Rehabilitation, Children's Seashore House of The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, 3405 Civic Center Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA. blum@email.chop.edu
The Urologic Clinics of North America
|August 18, 2004
Summary
Nocturnal enuresis, or bedwetting, is common and linked to behavioral issues. This review covers behavioral treatments, hypnosis, and acupuncture for effective management.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Psychology
- Urology
Background:
- Nocturnal enuresis is a prevalent condition affecting children and adults.
- Etiology is multifactorial, involving physiological, environmental, and psychological elements.
- Behavioral and emotional problems are frequently associated with enuresis.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the connection between nocturnal enuresis and behavioral/emotional issues.
- To review evidence-based behavioral treatments for enuresis.
- To briefly discuss alternative therapies like hypnosis and acupuncture.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of studies on enuresis etiology and treatment.
- Analysis of the association between enuresis and behavioral comorbidities.
- Evaluation of the efficacy of common behavioral interventions.
Main Results:
- Behavioral and emotional problems are significantly linked to nocturnal enuresis.
- Established behavioral treatments demonstrate efficacy in managing enuresis.
- Hypnosis and acupuncture show potential but require further research.
Conclusions:
- Addressing behavioral and emotional factors is crucial in enuresis management.
- Behavioral therapies are effective and recommended treatment options.
- Further investigation into complementary therapies like hypnosis and acupuncture is warranted.