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Jessica Naftaly, PhD (she/her/s)
@drnaftaly.bsky.social
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in #academicmedicine specializing in #gastropsych #healthpsych. Posts are my own and are not advice. #gastrosky
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Created a #gastropsych starter pack! Looking forward to connecting. Message or comment to be added. #gastropsychsky #GIsky
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“Don’t let the bastards grind you down. I love you all.”
November 15, 2025 at 6:15 AM
New pub-Pts w/ active IBD may report higher internalized stigma (IS), which may impact IBD disclosure. Higher levels of discrimination seen in females/SGM/BIPOC. IBD disclosure may mediate discrimination and IS. Speaks to need for #gastropsych @ibddoctor.bsky.social academic.oup.com/ecco-jcc/art...
Direct and indirect impacts of discrimination, internalized stigma, and disease disclosure on IBD patient health outcomes
AbstractBackground. Internalized stigma impacts inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) patients’ wellbeing and has complex relationships with experiences of disc
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November 14, 2025 at 3:02 PM
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SfHP is excited to invite symposia, posters, and skill-building sessions for our 2026 APA program!
🔗 convention.apa.org
#HealthPsychology #SfHP #APA #TranslationalScience #CallForProposals
November 13, 2025 at 2:52 PM
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My family has been without half our income for 40 days. It has been.. very hard.

We are willing to feel that pain so people can have health care next year, or to undo these illegal recissions.

We are not willing to have been put through this for NOTHING.
November 10, 2025 at 1:36 AM
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So many folks aren't aware their health insurance premiums are about to double if Congress doesn't act. This is what the Dems are fighting for and the Republicans are refusing to work with them, shutting down the government instead of helping people afford health insurance. Please call your reps!
October 20, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Gender & Neurodiversity in Autism
Join us Nov 20 at 12pm ET with Dr. Eileen Crehan

1.0 CE credit | FREE for SfHP members, $30 nonmembers
🔗 societyforhealthpsychology.org/sfhp-events

#Neurodiversity #Autism #HealthPsychology #SfHP #CEWebinar
October 20, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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Did you know that OCD Midwest has a podcast called “OCD Behind the Scenes”? I was recently invited on to discuss the intersection of #foodallergy anxiety and #parenting, and we also touched on #OCD, too.

Check out the full episode on Spotify or YouTube here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0rq...
October 17, 2025 at 4:03 AM
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🎉 Exciting News from the #PGSIG about #NASPGHAN2025🎉

🌟 Our PGSIG members have an incredible lineup of presentations just around the corner!

🔗 View the schedule of events on our #Div54 website: pgsig.weebly.com

📣 Spread the word and let's connect!

#gastropsych #PediatricGI #GISky #Pedsgastropsych
PG-SIG
The Pediatric Gastroenterology Special Interest Group (PG-SIG) is an officially recognized special interest group within the Society of Pediatric Psychology (Division 54 of the American...
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October 13, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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So #medsky, the secret is out. BIG NEWS!! I am sooo very excited to share my thoughts on healing that truly honors the body’s wisdom and innate healing. I’ve learned so much in the process of writing this. I hope it can be a companion in your journey, as a healer or someone who is seeking healing ❤️‍🩹
October 14, 2025 at 10:55 PM
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🧠 New Study from our Team: Kids’ emotional bonds with parents can shape how they experience gut pain.

Children with Functional Abdominal Pain who felt less securely attached to their parents had more:
➡️ GI symptoms
➡️ depression
➡️ daily impairment

www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/12...
www.mdpi.com
October 15, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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🌍 Today on #WorldOstomyDay, we’re raising awareness of the diverse realities of living with a #stoma.

For some in our #IBD community, it’s life-saving, liberating, and brings relief. For others, it can feel overwhelming, isolating, or a reminder of what’s been lost. 💜
October 4, 2025 at 8:52 AM
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Want to become a national leader in psychology?
Join SfHP’s APA Council of Representatives for Demystifying the Process of Becoming a National Leader.

📅 Oct 23, 2025 | 🕐 1 PM EST

🔗 societyforhealthpsychology.org/sfhp-events/

#HealthPsychology #APA #Leadership
September 23, 2025 at 3:21 PM
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In case anyone has forgotten, vaccines are literally MIRACLES and one of the greatest inventions in the history of mankind.

Seriously MAGIC.
September 18, 2025 at 10:13 PM
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Are you accepting PhD applications in Clinical Psychology for Fall 2026 (U.S.)?
If so, please consider adding your name to the document linked in the comments. Our hope is to help reduce the load on applicants.

Please share widely and on X! #clinicalpsychology @abctnow.bsky.social
September 4, 2025 at 9:34 PM
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Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Adults Living With Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Distress: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Naude, et al.

📕 doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000003032
http://doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000003032
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doi.org
August 30, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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@GIPsychology’s telehealth IBD group blends GI-CBT + gut-directed hypnotherapy to boost coping & reduce flares.
Enrolling now: www.gipsychology.com/ibdgroup
IBD Psychotherapy Group | GI Psychology
in partnership with Who we are: GI Psychology – we specialize in helping patients with GI (gastrointestinal) issues. What we offer: An 8-week virtual therapy group (75 minutes per session) available n...
www.gipsychology.com
August 28, 2025 at 4:10 PM
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Overlap of Esophageal Disorders of Gut-Brain Interactions and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease Is Highly Prevalent in Patients With Refractory Reflux Symptoms
Caldart & Gabriel, et al.

📕 doi.org/10.14309/ajg.0000000000003542
August 28, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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I see a lot of these patients who are referred to hematology due to known hematologic effects of gender affirming hormones.

This decision will be devastating to them.

And did they find out on the news? Get a phone call? A letter?

Absolutely Heartbreaking.
August 25, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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There's a lawsuit about AI stealing your work. It's the same lawyers taking on Elsevier et al in a separate case.

Academics:
1. Check if your work is in LibGen at www.theatlantic.com/technology/a...

2. If so, let the lawyers know at www.lieffcabraser.com/anthropic-au...
There are tons of graphic novels, academic papers, film and TV scripts, & prose novels/nonfiction on the LibGen list Anthropic used.

As settlement approaches, make it easy for the class action lawyers to contact you! Here’s how

Part 1: is your work in Libgen?

www.theatlantic.com/technology/a...
Search LibGen, the Pirated-Books Database That Meta Used to Train AI
Millions of books and scientific papers are captured in the collection’s current iteration.
www.theatlantic.com
August 27, 2025 at 8:44 PM
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My email newsletter goes out today (Tuesday)! In it is the latest from me and more from around the IBD community, including Lights, Camera, Crohn's, @crohnscolitisfdn.bsky.social, IMIDeology, and other folks not on this app. Get subscribed with only an email address: aibdnewsletter.aboutibd.com
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August 26, 2025 at 12:37 PM
"Take action today by sending messages to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to protect access to psychological services in 2026 and set an important standard across the healthcare sector." Link below provided by APA

www.votervoice.net/APAAdvocacy/...
Action Center
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August 26, 2025 at 8:54 PM
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Join us for our next Grand Rounds focusing on GastroPsych for a diverse Spanish-speaking audience!

Presented by Fran A. C. Meyer, PhD and moderated by Ignacio Hanna-Jairala, MD and Sophia W. Light, PhD
@RomeFoundation

Sign up today 👇

romefoundation.clickfunnels.com/gispych-chyp...
Rome Foundation GastroPsych: How GI Psychology Enhances the Treatment of Digestive Disorders
This free, introductory webinar will provide an engaging overview of psychogastroenterology for a diverse Spanish-speaking audience, including gastroenterologists, psychologists, psychiatrists, and ot...
romefoundation.clickfunnels.com
August 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM