When Disordered Eating And Disordered Thinking Happen Together In A Young Person? A Case Report
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
;
: 101-105, 2014.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-626271
ABSTRACT
Objective:
This case report highlights the complexity of eating disorder in schizophrenia and outlines the diagnostic dilemma and challenges associated with the treatment.Methods:
We report a 13 years old female with early onset schizophrenia who developed anorexic symptoms and binge eating. Her eating disturbances worsened after olanzapine was commenced.Results:
A combination of pharmacological and psychosocial intervention led to remission of schizophrenia co-morbid with eating disorder NOS.Conclusion:
Co-morbid diagnosis of schizophrenia and eating disorder is not uncommon. Early diagnosis and evidence-based intervention are imperative as untreated illness greatly impacts the developmental trajectory of young people. Meeting family’s needs improves family functioning which in turn improves patient’s outcome.
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Index:
WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
Schizophrenia
/
Feeding and Eating Disorders
Type of study:
Screening study
Limits:
Adolescent
Language:
English
Journal:
ASEAN Journal of Psychiatry
Year:
2014
Type:
Article
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