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Behavior in nonorganic failure to thrive

G F Powell, J Low

    Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics : JDBP
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed

    Insights

    Behavioral indicators in infants with failure to thrive can aid diagnosis. Interpersonal behaviors were more prevalent, suggesting early social assessment for nonorganic failure to thrive (NOFTT).

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatrics
    • Developmental Psychology
    • Child Psychiatry

    Background:

    • Nonorganic failure to thrive (NOFTT) presents diagnostic challenges.
    • Identifying specific behavioral markers is crucial for early intervention.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To examine interpersonal and noninterpersonal behaviors in infants diagnosed with NOFTT.
    • To assess the diagnostic value of these behaviors.

    Main Methods:

    • Observation of 21 infants with NOFTT shortly after hospital admission.
    • Assessment of 14 predefined behavioral indicators (8 noninterpersonal, 6 interpersonal).

    Main Results:

    • Abnormal interpersonal behaviors were more common than noninterpersonal behaviors.
    • Observed behaviors included inactivity, irritability, rumination, poor eye contact, and indifference to separation.

    Conclusions:

    • Specific behavioral patterns, particularly interpersonal ones, are associated with NOFTT.
    • Early identification of these behaviors can facilitate diagnosis and intervention, potentially reducing the need for extensive organic evaluations.

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