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An inpatient programme for persistent somatizers.

Z J Lipowski1

  • 1University of Toronto, Ontario.

Canadian Journal of Psychiatry. Revue Canadienne De Psychiatrie
|May 1, 1988
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Somatization, the tendency to express psychological distress as physical symptoms, is common. A comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program integrating psychiatric, psychological, social, and medical therapies was developed for these patients.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Rehabilitation Medicine

Background:

  • Somatization, characterized by experiencing and communicating psychological distress via somatic symptoms, is a prevalent clinical challenge.
  • Patients with somatization often seek medical help for their physical complaints, indicating a need for specialized treatment approaches.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe a comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation program specifically designed for patients experiencing somatization.
  • To detail the integrated therapeutic modalities employed within this program.

Main Methods:

  • Development of a multidisciplinary inpatient rehabilitation program at the Clarke Institute in Toronto.
  • Concurrent application of psychiatric, psychological, social, and medical therapies tailored to the needs of somatizing patients.

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Main Results:

  • The program offers a structured environment for addressing the complex needs of somatizing individuals.
  • Integration of diverse therapeutic approaches aims to manage both psychological distress and somatic symptoms effectively.

Conclusions:

  • A comprehensive, integrated inpatient rehabilitation program can provide a structured framework for managing somatization.
  • Multidisciplinary care involving psychiatric, psychological, social, and medical interventions is crucial for effectively treating somatizing patients.