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[Pediatric Somatic Symptom Disorders]

Hugo Peyre1, Marie Viorrain1

  • 1Service de psychiatrie de l'enfant et de l'adolescent, hôpital Robert-Debré, AP-HP, Paris, France.

La Revue Du Praticien
|March 15, 2019
PubMed

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Pediatric somatic symptom disorder (SSD) involves excessive focus on physical symptoms causing significant life impairment. Management requires a multidisciplinary approach, including behavioral interventions tailored to the child and family.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Psychology
  • Child Psychiatry
  • Behavioral Medicine

Background:

  • Somatic symptoms are prevalent in children.
  • Pediatric somatic symptom disorder (SSD) is defined by dysfunctional preoccupation with somatic symptoms leading to significant life impairment.
  • Understanding SSD in children is crucial for effective intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the clinical evaluation of pediatric SSD.
  • To describe the semiology of somatic symptoms in children.
  • To detail management strategies for pediatric SSD.

Main Methods:

  • Multidisciplinary clinical assessment considering the child's developmental environment.
  • Distinguishing between general signs of SSD and specific signs for differential diagnosis.
  • Functional analysis of symptoms to guide behavioral interventions.

Main Results:

  • Clinical assessment requires a holistic, multidisciplinary approach.
  • Identification of general and specific signs aids in diagnosis and differentiating from other somatic pathologies.
  • Effective management hinges on accurate diagnosis and tailored interventions.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric SSD necessitates a comprehensive evaluation and management plan.
  • Interventions should be individualized, integrating medical and behavioral strategies.
  • A coordinated healthcare approach is vital for successful outcomes in pediatric SSD.

Keywords:
ChildPediatric Somatic Symptom Disorders

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