The Effect of Social Support on the Management of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs): A Narrative Review
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Jul 10, 2024
Keywords:
Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs),
Social Support,
Quality of Life,
Stress Reduction Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs),
Dukungan Sosial,
Kualitas Hidup,
Pengurangan Stres
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Abstract
Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs) are chronic conditions characterized by significant symptoms that affect the quality of life of sufferers. This study examines the role of social support in managing FGID symptoms through a comprehensive narrative review. The findings indicate that social support, including emotional, instrumental, and informational support, has a significant positive impact on the physical and mental well-being of individuals with FGIDs. Social support helps reduce stress and anxiety, which often exacerbate FGID symptoms, by lowering sympathetic nervous system activity and enhancing vagal nerve activity. The effectiveness of social support is influenced by cultural factors, economic conditions, and the stability of social relationships. The study also highlights the critical role of technology and social media in providing broader and more accessible social support, although it is essential to ensure that the information provided is trustworthy and evidence-based. Implications for clinical practice include the integration of social support into treatment plans and education for patients and families. Further research is needed to explore the specific mechanisms of social support and to develop innovative interventions. By understanding and leveraging the power of social support, we can help individuals with FGIDs better manage their conditions and improve their overall quality of life.
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Abrams, E. M., & Szefler, S. J. (2020). COVID-19 and the impact of social determinants of health. The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, 8(7), 659–661.
Accarie, A., & Vanuytsel, T. (2020). Animal models for functional gastrointestinal disorders. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 11, 509681.
Ardi, Z., Putra, A. H., Murni, A. W., Eseadi, C., Otu, M. S., Yetis, H., & Barabanova, E. (2024). Determining Risk Factors for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorder among Muslim University Students in Indonesia. Islamic Guidance and Counseling Journal, 7(1).
Black, C. J., Drossman, D. A., Talley, N. J., Ruddy, J., & Ford, A. C. (2020). Functional gastrointestinal disorders: advances in understanding and management. The Lancet, 396(10263), 1664–1674.
Borella, P., Bargellini, A., Marchegiano, P., Vecchi, E., & Marchesi, I. (2016). Narrative review. Ann Ig, 28, 98–108.
Cho, H. E., Shepherd, W. S., Colombo, G. M., Wiese, A. D., Rork, W. C., Kostick, K. M., Nguyen, D., BBDC, Murali, C. N., & Robinson, M.-E. (2024). Resilience and coping: a qualitative analysis of cognitive and behavioral factors in adults with osteogenesis Imperfecta. Disability and Rehabilitation, 1–10.
Enssle, F., & Kabisch, N. (2020). Urban green spaces for the social interaction, health and well-being of older people—An integrated view of urban ecosystem services and socio-environmental justice. Environmental Science & Policy, 109, 36–44.
Erdrich, S., Hawrelak, J. A., Myers, S. P., & Harnett, J. E. (2020). A systematic review of the association between fibromyalgia and functional gastrointestinal disorders. Therapeutic Advances in Gastroenterology, 13, 1756284820977402.
Gamboa, H. E., & Sood, M. R. (2022). The Spectrum of Functional GI Disorders. Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition: A Comprehensive Guide to Practice, 255–264.
Huang, Y., Liu, J., Lv, C., Sun, C., Meng, M., Lowe, S., & Yu, Y. (2024). Integrative effects of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation on esophageal motility and pharyngeal symptoms via vagal mechanisms in patients with laryngopharyngeal reflux disease. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 18, 1287809.
Jang, S.-H., Choi, S.-C., Kim, Y.-S., Ryu, H.-S., Lee, S.-Y., & Bahk, W.-M. (2022). Psychological characteristics and quality of life of patients with upper and lower functional gastrointestinal disorders. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 12(1), 124.
Kalichman, S. C., Shkembi, B., Kalichman, M. O., & Eaton, L. A. (2021). Trust in health information sources and its associations with COVID-19 disruptions to social relationships and health services among people living with HIV. BMC Public Health, 21(1), 817.
Lackner, J. M., Brasel, A. M., Quigley, B. M., Keefer, L., Krasner, S. S., Powell, C., Katz, L. A., & Sitrin, M. D. (2010). The ties that bind: perceived social support, stress, and IBS in severely affected patients. Neurogastroenterology & Motility, 22(8), 893–900.
Liu, X., Lin, S., Jiang, S., Chen, M., & Li, J. (2023). Social support acquisition in online health communities: A social capital perspective. Internet Research, 33(2), 664–695.
Love, S. M., & Knott, T. (2018). Social support and relationships with family and friends. Handbook of Parenting and Child Development across the Lifespan, 441–468.
Muse, K., Johnson, E., & David, A. L. (2021). A feeling of otherness: A qualitative research synthesis exploring the lived experiences of stigma in individuals with inflammatory bowel disease. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(15), 8038.
Ntaro, M., Owokuhaisa, J., Isunju, J. B., Mulogo, E., & Ssempebwa, J. C. (2022). Contextual and psychological factors influencing open defecation free status: an exploratory qualitative study in rural South Western Uganda. BMC Public Health, 22(1), 414.
Pepela, A. W., & Mutanda, G. W. (2024). Post COVID-19 Pandemic Coping Strategies of Tourism-Dependent Households Along Kenya’s Coastal Tourism Circuit. In COVID-19 Impact on Tourism Performance in Africa (pp. 323–337). Springer.
Pourmand, V., Lawley, K. A., & Lehman, B. J. (2021). Cultural differences in stress and affection following social support receipt. PloS One, 16(9), e0256859.
Sasso, J. M., Ammar, R. M., Tenchov, R., Lemmel, S., Kelber, O., Grieswelle, M., & Zhou, Q. A. (2023). Gut microbiome–brain alliance: a landscape view into mental and gastrointestinal health and disorders. ACS Chemical Neuroscience, 14(10), 1717–1763.
Shadi, S. (2023). Addressing the Traumatic Experience of Gastrointestinal Disorders. Adler University.
Sharbafchi, M. R., Afshar, H., Hassanzadeh-Keshteli, A., Roohafza, H., Daghaghzadeh, H., Salehi, M., & Adibi, P. (2016). Comparison of stress profiles among individuals with and without functional dyspepsia. Int J Body Mind Culture, 3(1), 47.
Singh, R., Zogg, H., Ghoshal, U. C., & Ro, S. (2022). Current treatment options and therapeutic insights for gastrointestinal dysmotility and functional gastrointestinal disorders. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 13, 808195.
Singu, S., Acharya, A., Challagundla, K., & Byrareddy, S. N. (2020). Impact of social determinants of health on the emerging COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. Frontiers in Public Health, 8, 406.
Šojat, D., Volarić, M., Keškić, T., Volarić, N., Cerovečki, V., & Trtica Majnarić, L. (2024). Putting Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders within the Spectrum of Inflammatory Disorders Can Improve Classification and Diagnostics of These Disorders. Biomedicines, 12(3), 702.
Sperber, A. D., Bangdiwala, S. I., Drossman, D. A., Ghoshal, U. C., Simren, M., Tack, J., Whitehead, W. E., Dumitrascu, D. L., Fang, X., & Fukudo, S. (2021). Worldwide prevalence and burden of functional gastrointestinal disorders, results of Rome Foundation Global Study. Gastroenterology, 160(1), 99–114.
Valenzuela, S., Halpern, D., Katz, J. E., & Miranda, J. P. (2019). The paradox of participation versus misinformation: Social media, political engagement, and the spread of misinformation. Digital Journalism, 7(6), 802–823.
Van Wilder, L., Pype, P., Mertens, F., Rammant, E., Clays, E., Devleesschauwer, B., Boeckxstaens, P., & De Smedt, D. (2021). Living with a chronic disease: insights from patients with a low socioeconomic status. BMC Family Practice, 22, 1–11.
Yi, Y., Li, L. M. W., Xiao, Y., Ma, J., Fan, L., & Dai, Z. (2018). Brain activity mediates the relation between emotional but not instrumental support and trait loneliness. Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, 13(9), 995–1002.
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Social Support,
Quality of Life,
Stress Reduction Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs),
Dukungan Sosial,
Kualitas Hidup,
Pengurangan Stres
Main Article Content
Abstract
Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders (FGIDs) are chronic conditions characterized by significant symptoms that affect the quality of life of sufferers. This study examines the role of social support in managing FGID symptoms through a comprehensive narrative review. The findings indicate that social support, including emotional, instrumental, and informational support, has a significant positive impact on the physical and mental well-being of individuals with FGIDs. Social support helps reduce stress and anxiety, which often exacerbate FGID symptoms, by lowering sympathetic nervous system activity and enhancing vagal nerve activity. The effectiveness of social support is influenced by cultural factors, economic conditions, and the stability of social relationships. The study also highlights the critical role of technology and social media in providing broader and more accessible social support, although it is essential to ensure that the information provided is trustworthy and evidence-based. Implications for clinical practice include the integration of social support into treatment plans and education for patients and families. Further research is needed to explore the specific mechanisms of social support and to develop innovative interventions. By understanding and leveraging the power of social support, we can help individuals with FGIDs better manage their conditions and improve their overall quality of life.
Article Details
References
Abrams, E. M., & Szefler, S. J. (2020). COVID-19 and the impact of social determinants of health. The Lancet Respiratory Medicine, 8(7), 659–661.
Accarie, A., & Vanuytsel, T. (2020). Animal models for functional gastrointestinal disorders. Frontiers in Psychiatry, 11, 509681.
Ardi, Z., Putra, A. H., Murni, A. W., Eseadi, C., Otu, M. S., Yetis, H., & Barabanova, E. (2024). Determining Risk Factors for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorder among Muslim University Students in Indonesia. Islamic Guidance and Counseling Journal, 7(1).
Black, C. J., Drossman, D. A., Talley, N. J., Ruddy, J., & Ford, A. C. (2020). Functional gastrointestinal disorders: advances in understanding and management. The Lancet, 396(10263), 1664–1674.
Borella, P., Bargellini, A., Marchegiano, P., Vecchi, E., & Marchesi, I. (2016). Narrative review. Ann Ig, 28, 98–108.
Cho, H. E., Shepherd, W. S., Colombo, G. M., Wiese, A. D., Rork, W. C., Kostick, K. M., Nguyen, D., BBDC, Murali, C. N., & Robinson, M.-E. (2024). Resilience and coping: a qualitative analysis of cognitive and behavioral factors in adults with osteogenesis Imperfecta. Disability and Rehabilitation, 1–10.
Enssle, F., & Kabisch, N. (2020). Urban green spaces for the social interaction, health and well-being of older people—An integrated view of urban ecosystem services and socio-environmental justice. Environmental Science & Policy, 109, 36–44.
Erdrich, S., Hawrelak, J. A., Myers, S. P., & Harnett, J. E. (2020). A systematic review of the association between fibromyalgia and functional gastrointestinal disorders. Therapeutic Advances in Gastroenterology, 13, 1756284820977402.
Gamboa, H. E., & Sood, M. R. (2022). The Spectrum of Functional GI Disorders. Textbook of Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition: A Comprehensive Guide to Practice, 255–264.
Huang, Y., Liu, J., Lv, C., Sun, C., Meng, M., Lowe, S., & Yu, Y. (2024). Integrative effects of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation on esophageal motility and pharyngeal symptoms via vagal mechanisms in patients with laryngopharyngeal reflux disease. Frontiers in Neuroscience, 18, 1287809.
Jang, S.-H., Choi, S.-C., Kim, Y.-S., Ryu, H.-S., Lee, S.-Y., & Bahk, W.-M. (2022). Psychological characteristics and quality of life of patients with upper and lower functional gastrointestinal disorders. Journal of Clinical Medicine, 12(1), 124.
Kalichman, S. C., Shkembi, B., Kalichman, M. O., & Eaton, L. A. (2021). Trust in health information sources and its associations with COVID-19 disruptions to social relationships and health services among people living with HIV. BMC Public Health, 21(1), 817.
Lackner, J. M., Brasel, A. M., Quigley, B. M., Keefer, L., Krasner, S. S., Powell, C., Katz, L. A., & Sitrin, M. D. (2010). The ties that bind: perceived social support, stress, and IBS in severely affected patients. Neurogastroenterology & Motility, 22(8), 893–900.
Liu, X., Lin, S., Jiang, S., Chen, M., & Li, J. (2023). Social support acquisition in online health communities: A social capital perspective. Internet Research, 33(2), 664–695.
Love, S. M., & Knott, T. (2018). Social support and relationships with family and friends. Handbook of Parenting and Child Development across the Lifespan, 441–468.
Muse, K., Johnson, E., & David, A. L. (2021). A feeling of otherness: A qualitative research synthesis exploring the lived experiences of stigma in individuals with inflammatory bowel disease. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health, 18(15), 8038.
Ntaro, M., Owokuhaisa, J., Isunju, J. B., Mulogo, E., & Ssempebwa, J. C. (2022). Contextual and psychological factors influencing open defecation free status: an exploratory qualitative study in rural South Western Uganda. BMC Public Health, 22(1), 414.
Pepela, A. W., & Mutanda, G. W. (2024). Post COVID-19 Pandemic Coping Strategies of Tourism-Dependent Households Along Kenya’s Coastal Tourism Circuit. In COVID-19 Impact on Tourism Performance in Africa (pp. 323–337). Springer.
Pourmand, V., Lawley, K. A., & Lehman, B. J. (2021). Cultural differences in stress and affection following social support receipt. PloS One, 16(9), e0256859.
Sasso, J. M., Ammar, R. M., Tenchov, R., Lemmel, S., Kelber, O., Grieswelle, M., & Zhou, Q. A. (2023). Gut microbiome–brain alliance: a landscape view into mental and gastrointestinal health and disorders. ACS Chemical Neuroscience, 14(10), 1717–1763.
Shadi, S. (2023). Addressing the Traumatic Experience of Gastrointestinal Disorders. Adler University.
Sharbafchi, M. R., Afshar, H., Hassanzadeh-Keshteli, A., Roohafza, H., Daghaghzadeh, H., Salehi, M., & Adibi, P. (2016). Comparison of stress profiles among individuals with and without functional dyspepsia. Int J Body Mind Culture, 3(1), 47.
Singh, R., Zogg, H., Ghoshal, U. C., & Ro, S. (2022). Current treatment options and therapeutic insights for gastrointestinal dysmotility and functional gastrointestinal disorders. Frontiers in Pharmacology, 13, 808195.
Singu, S., Acharya, A., Challagundla, K., & Byrareddy, S. N. (2020). Impact of social determinants of health on the emerging COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. Frontiers in Public Health, 8, 406.
Šojat, D., Volarić, M., Keškić, T., Volarić, N., Cerovečki, V., & Trtica Majnarić, L. (2024). Putting Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders within the Spectrum of Inflammatory Disorders Can Improve Classification and Diagnostics of These Disorders. Biomedicines, 12(3), 702.
Sperber, A. D., Bangdiwala, S. I., Drossman, D. A., Ghoshal, U. C., Simren, M., Tack, J., Whitehead, W. E., Dumitrascu, D. L., Fang, X., & Fukudo, S. (2021). Worldwide prevalence and burden of functional gastrointestinal disorders, results of Rome Foundation Global Study. Gastroenterology, 160(1), 99–114.
Valenzuela, S., Halpern, D., Katz, J. E., & Miranda, J. P. (2019). The paradox of participation versus misinformation: Social media, political engagement, and the spread of misinformation. Digital Journalism, 7(6), 802–823.
Van Wilder, L., Pype, P., Mertens, F., Rammant, E., Clays, E., Devleesschauwer, B., Boeckxstaens, P., & De Smedt, D. (2021). Living with a chronic disease: insights from patients with a low socioeconomic status. BMC Family Practice, 22, 1–11.
Yi, Y., Li, L. M. W., Xiao, Y., Ma, J., Fan, L., & Dai, Z. (2018). Brain activity mediates the relation between emotional but not instrumental support and trait loneliness. Social Cognitive and Affective Neuroscience, 13(9), 995–1002.