Behavioral and emotional manifestations in a child with Prader-Willi syndrome.
Prader-Willi syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by mental retardation and distinct physical, behavioral, and psychiatric features. Maladaptive behaviours, cognitive impairment, and impediments in speech and language seriously affect the early development and long-term functioning of individuals affected by the illness. We present a case of a 9-year-old child with Prader-Willi syndrome whose behavioural symptoms were treated with low-dose antipsychotic medications.
Mental Health Institute, Sriram Chandra Bhanj (SCB) Medical College, Cuttack, Odisha, India.
Satyakam
S
Mohapatra
Mental Health Institute, Sriram Chandra Bhanj (SCB) Medical College, Cuttack, Odisha, India.
Udit Kumar
UK
Panda
India; Prader-Willi Syndrome; case report; childhood disorders; psychiatric symptoms