Mental and Sexual Health Concerns & How To Address Them For Your IBD Patient

By:  Christie

January 07 2026

1 Min Read

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In this episode of the GHAPP Podcast, Alison Krustapentus, NP-C and Christie Morrison, NP, join for an open discussion on mental and sexual health in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Together they explore the often-overlooked psychological and relational challenges that accompany chronic conditions like Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis—covering strategies to normalize sensitive conversations, screen for anxiety and depression using PHQ-2, PHQ-9, and GAD tools, and incorporate behavioral-health collaboration into routine care. The conversation also highlights practical ways to integrate IBD mental-health screening, sexual-wellness counseling, vaccine and health-maintenance checklists, and patient-partner communication into everyday gastroenterology practice. This episode underscores the importance of whole-person care in IBD management and offers real-world insights for APPs and healthcare professionals supporting patients living with chronic inflammatory disease.