I had lots of trouble with constipation as a kid too. I remember my mom giving my laxatives and prunes a lot. The IBS started when I was 19, and it comes and goes. I'm still waiting for the recent bout to go! I take an antidepressant for the IBS too and prilosec for the reflux due to a hiatal hernia. My kids are entertained with friends this evening so I am having fun on the boards.