title: Development of a young man with Prader-Willi syndrome and secondary functional encopresis.
abstract: A case review of a twenty-two year old man suffering from Prader-Willi Syndrome, Secondary Functional Encopresis, mental retardation and aggressive behaviour is presented. Emphasis is made in assessing this man from various developmental perspectives. This includes: personality development, cognitive development, physical abilities, sexual development and family life stage. The role of a psychiatrist in treating this complex problem is established. An eclectic approach to treatment is reviewed using many therapeutic modalities found effective with the mentally handicapped. These modalities include: group therapy, play therapy, individual psychotherapy, behavioural therapy, family therapy, and use of medication. A literature review of Prader-Willi Syndrome is included.
authors.affiliation: University of Calgary, Alberta.
authors.forename: S P
authors.initials: SP
authors.lastname: Carpenter
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000374:Aggression / Q000523:psychology; D000786:Anger; D001521:Behavior Therapy / Q000379:methods; D004688:Encopresis / Q000523:psychology*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D010553:Personality Development; D011218:Prader-Willi Syndrome / Q000523:psychology*; D012017:Referral and Consultation; D014039:Toilet Training