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Management of adipsia by a behavioural modification technique
S Johnston1, J Burgess, T McMillan
1Regional Neurological Rehabilitation Unit, Homerton Hospital, London, UK.
Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry
|March 1, 1991
Summary
Adipsia and diabetes insipidus with memory loss pose clinical challenges. A behavior modification technique enabled a patient to independently manage fluid balance, allowing hospital discharge.
Area of Science:
- Neuroendocrinology
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Hypothalamic damage can cause adipsia (lack of thirst) and diabetes insipidus (impaired water balance).
- Associated memory impairment complicates self-regulation of fluid intake, often requiring long-term institutional care.