April 23, 2026 · Neurourology and urodynamics · DOI: 10.1002/nau.70291

Psychological and Psychiatric Issues in Functional Constipation, Fecal Incontinence and Bladder and Bowel Dysfunction-A Revised and Updated Document of the International Children's Continence Society (ICCS)

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The authors aim to provide an updated overview of the psychological and psychiatric issues associated with fecal incontinence, functional constipation, and bladder and bowel dysfunction in children. They highlight the high prevalence of comorbid psychiatric disorders in these populations and emphasize the importance of screening for psychological symptoms to improve treatment outcomes. The paper outlines recommendations for assessment and counseling, stressing the need for standardized behavioral questionnaires in clinical settings.

Alexander von Gontard, Anka Nieuwhof-Leppink, Ubirajara Barroso, Carol Joinson

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