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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
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    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).

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    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.

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  • 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.