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Anorexia nervosa in Down's syndrome--a case report.

D J Cottrell, A H Crisp

    The British Journal of Psychiatry : the Journal of Mental Science
    |August 1, 1984
    PubMed
    Summary

    This case study details anorexia nervosa in a 35-year-old with Down's syndrome. Effective family therapy and re-feeding treatment led to weight restoration and improved health.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Genetics
    • Internal Medicine

    Background:

    • Anorexia nervosa typically emerges during adolescence.
    • Down's syndrome is a genetic condition associated with intellectual disability.

    Observation:

    • A 35-year-old individual with Down's syndrome developed anorexia nervosa.
    • The patient experienced late-onset adolescent challenges.

    Findings:

    • Psychotherapeutic grief work with the family and removal from a provocative situation were key interventions.
    • The patient successfully underwent a re-feeding treatment program.

    Implications:

    • This case highlights the possibility of late-onset eating disorders in individuals with Down's syndrome.
    • Integrated therapeutic approaches are crucial for managing complex cases involving genetic conditions and psychiatric comorbidities.

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