Empowering adolescents and young adults with somatoform disorders: A longitudinal pilot randomized controlled trial of a parent-focused mindfulness-based training versus support groups

This pilot RCT showed no superiority of the parent-focused mindfulness group over the support group when combined with IIPT. Yet, both interventions may enhance treatment efficacy, with some evidence suggesting additional benefits of the support group intervention in reducing average pain intensity. Further research is needed to examine underlying mechanisms and establish optimal parent intervention approaches in paediatric pain treatment.