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About IBD

By: Amber J Tresca
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  • Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis (collectively known as inflammatory bowel disease) are about more than diarrhea: they affect the whole person. About IBD focuses on health and lifestyle issues important to people living with Crohn's or colitis. IBD patients, doctors, therapists, and care partners give their tips and advice on topics including diet, nutrition, treatments, mental health, family dynamics, and sexuality as it relates to living with IBD.
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  • IBD and Somatic Therapy With Abri Bernstein

    IBD and Somatic Therapy With Abri Bernstein
    Apr 16 2024

    People with IBD are more likely to live with anxiety, depression, or other mood disorders than people who don't live with one of these conditions. For that reason, caring for mental health is as important as caring for physical health. But it doesn't always work out that way, as patients may not know how important their mental health is to their physical health, or may not have access to a mental health professional. Abri Bernstein shares her personal journey with ulcerative colitis (UC) and how somatic psychotherapy helped her cope with living with the disease. Abri explains somatic psychotherapy as a holistic approach to healing that focuses on the body and nervous system regulation. She describes various modalities, such as somatic experiencing, sensorimotor psychotherapy, and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), emphasizing the importance of addressing trauma stored in the body for healing to occur.

    Resources and information discussed in this episode:

    • What Is Somatic Therapy?
    • Trauma and the Nervous System: A Polyvagal Perspective
    • Polyvagal Institute
    • The Trauma Foundation
    • Bonaz B, Sinniger V, Pellissier S. Therapeutic Potential of Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Inflammatory Bowel Diseases. Front Neurosci. 2021;15:650971. Published 2021 Mar 22. doi:10.3389/fnins.2021.650971.
    • Polyvagal Theory: A Science of Safety

    Find Abri Bernstein at:

    • Web: Healing With Abri
    • LinkedIn: Abri Berstein
    • Email: abribern@gmail.com

    Find Amber J Tresca at:

    • AboutIBD.com: About IBD
    • Verywell: Verywell Health
    • Facebook: @aboutIBD
    • Twitter: @aboutIBD
    • Pinterest: @aboutibd
    • Instagram: @about_IBD

    Find Mac Cooney (mix, sound design, and theme music) at:

    • Facebook: @maccooneycomposer
    • Instagram: @maccooneycomposer
    • Web: Cooney Studio
    • Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from ©Cooney Studio.

    Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD150

    These show notes contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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    53 mins
  • Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month With Dan "Dry Dock" Shockley

    Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month With Dan "Dry Dock" Shockley
    Mar 26 2024
    Diagnosed with attenuated familial adenomatous polyposis (AFAP), retired Navy veteran Dan "Dry Dock" Shockley shares his remarkable journey of service, diagnosis, and advocacy. Following his diagnosis, Shockley became a passionate advocate for early detection and reducing the stigma associated with living with an ostomy. He emphasizes the importance of proactive medical care and maintaining a positive attitude in the face of adversity. Through his advocacy work and personal journey, Shockley serves as an inspiration, demonstrating resilience, determination, and a commitment to making a difference for others. Find Dan "Dry Dock" Shockley at: Twitter: @Dryshockley Instagram: @DanDryDock LinkedIn: @Dan Dry Dock Shockley Find Amber J Tresca at:
    • AboutIBD.com: About IBD
    • Verywell: Verywell Health
    • Facebook: @aboutIBD
    • Twitter: @aboutIBD
    • Pinterest: @aboutibd
    • Instagram: @about_IBD
    Find Mac Cooney (mix, sound design, and theme music) at:
    • Facebook: @maccooneycomposer
    • Instagram: @maccooneycomposer
    • Web: Cooney Studio
    • Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from ©Cooney Studio.
    Episode transcript and more information at: https://bit.ly/AIBD149 These show notes contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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    33 mins
  • Making Crohn's Disease Funny With Matt Nagin

    Making Crohn's Disease Funny With Matt Nagin
    Feb 13 2024
    We can hold two truths: Crohn’s disease is funny. It is also not funny. I speak with Matt Nagin, who has many talents, but we focus on his work as a comedian and actor living with Crohn’s disease. Our discussion focuses on how people need laughter and comedy in their lives. Yet, living with an illness like inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), it can be challenging to find those comedic moments. Especially when most people don’t know what IBD is, and even among those who do, they kind of don’t want to hear about it sometimes. Get tips from Matt on how to form a sense of humor about illness, keep people from getting burned out on you, and think outside the box when it comes to symptoms.   Find Matt Nagin at:
    • Web: mattnagin.com
    • Facebook: @naginplease
    • Twitter: @naginplease
    • Instagram: @naginplease
    • TikTok: @naginplease
    • LinkedIn: Matt Nagin
      Find Amber J Tresca at:
    • AboutIBD.com: About IBD
    • Verywell: Verywell Health
    • Facebook: @aboutIBD
    • Twitter: @aboutIBD
    • Pinterest: @aboutibd
    • Instagram: @about_IBD
      Find Mac Cooney (mix, sound design, and theme music) at:
    • Facebook: @maccooneycomposer
    • Instagram: @maccooneycomposer
    • Web: Cooney Studio
    • LinkedIn: @macooney
    • Theme music, IBD Dance Party, is from ©Cooney Studio.
      These show notes may contain affiliate links. If you choose to purchase after clicking a link, Mal and Tal Enterprises, LLC may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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    37 mins
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