Feeding Disorders in Infancy: Classification and Treatment Considerations
The Canadian Journal of PsychiatryPublished 1 August 1990
Jean-V.P. Wittenberg
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An approach which recognizes both organic and nonorganic influences and consequences of the syndrome are suggested, and potential contributions of the psychiatrist in the context of a multidisciplinary team approach to treatment are described.
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This paper critically discusses conceptualizations of failure to thrive as an organic and nonorganic dichotomy. Research findings are used to refute this type of categorization. Instead, an approach which recognizes both organic and nonorganic influences and consequences of the syndrome are suggested. Physical, psychological and interpersonal systems and their interactions are explored. Potential contributions of the psychiatrist in the context of a multidisciplinary team approach to treatment are described.
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