Well-Being Therapy for Fibromyalgia: A Case Report.

Area of Science:

• Psychiatry and Psychology
• Pain Management

Background:

• Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) presents with chronic pain, fatigue, and psychological distress, severely impacting patients' lives.
• Well-being therapy (WBT) is a concise psychotherapy designed to boost well-being and functioning.

Observation:

• A case study focused on a 22-year-old university student with FMS, detailing the condition's extensive impact on her life.
• The patient underwent eight sessions of WBT.

Findings:

• Significant improvements were observed in subjective well-being and mood.
• Pain perception decreased, stress management improved, and social relationships enhanced.
• Increased self-efficacy and reduced allostatic load were noted despite ongoing stressors.

Implications:

• WBT demonstrated effectiveness in alleviating FMS symptoms and improving overall functioning.
• The positive outcomes persisted at a 3-month follow-up, indicating WBT's potential as a short-term treatment for FMS.
• This case suggests WBT is a viable therapeutic option for managing fibromyalgia.