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Anorexia nervosa: a case study.

R L Steele

    Psychotherapy and Psychosomatics
    |January 1, 1976
    PubMed
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    This case study details the treatment of a 19-year-old female with severe anorexia nervosa (AN) using a combination of behavioral and psychodynamic approaches. The patient achieved significant weight restoration and maintained it long-term, highlighting the importance of integrated treatment for AN.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Clinical Psychology
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Anorexia nervosa (AN) is a severe eating disorder characterized by self-starvation and significant weight loss.
    • Multidisciplinary treatment is crucial for managing AN and its associated medical complications.

    Observation:

    • A 19-year-old female with AN presented with severe underweight (64 lb) and multiple organ damage (liver, kidney, pancreas).
    • Treatment involved a 59-day inpatient stay utilizing a hierarchy of reinforcements, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and milieu therapy.
    • Behavioral interventions included privileges contingent on weight gain and restrictions for weight loss, with food access controlled by staff.

    Findings:

    • The patient gained weight to 104.5 lb by discharge and agreed to readmission if weight dropped below 100 lb.

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  • Weight stabilized between 102-104 lb five months post-discharge and remained stable two years later.
  • The study suggests that a solely behavior modification approach may be insufficient for treating anorexia nervosa.

    • Implications:

    • Integrated treatment combining behavioral and psychodynamic strategies can lead to sustained recovery in severe anorexia nervosa.
    • Long-term follow-up is essential for monitoring weight and psychological well-being in AN patients.
    • This case underscores the need for comprehensive, individualized treatment plans for eating disorders.