Fibromyalgia is a widespread musculoskeletal pain syndrome. It is characterized by physical manifestations which are also the expression of a psychological distress as well as specific illness attitudes and behaviors. Indeed, it is considered a psychosomatic disorder. In this framework, we hypothesize the clinical utility of a psychosomatic assessment guided by rheumatologists and clinical psychologists (Study 1) and the utility of an integrated multidisciplinary psychosomatic intervention based on cognitive restructuring/psychoeducation followed by museum therapy (Study 2). For Study 1 a cross-sectional observation study will be implemented, for Study 2 a randomized controlled trial will be applied.
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Psychosomatic status
Timeframe: change from baseline to 9-session of treatment
Level of distress, well-being and quality of life
Timeframe: change from baseline to 6-month follow up