A study published in the Journal of Medical Internet Research examined the effectiveness of a remote, multicomponent intervention for adolescents and young adults with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The research focused on improving self-management behaviors and mental health outcomes among young patients aged 13 to 24. Conducted from July 2024 to January 2025, the randomized controlled trial involved 74 participants from two hospitals in Chongqing, China.

The intervention combined health education, solution-focused strategies, peer support, and mindfulness training. Results showed that participants in the intervention group had significantly higher self-management scores and perceived social support at both immediate and follow-up assessments. Additionally, the intervention group reported better scores regarding basic psychological needs and lower levels of anxiety and depression. There was also a higher rate of disease activity remission in this group.

These findings suggest that integrating self-determination theory into self-management practices can enhance outcomes for young people with IBD. The study highlights the potential benefits of combining standard care with targeted interventions to improve health management and mental well-being in this population.