A case series investigating distinct neuropsychological profiles in children and adolescents with anorexia nervosa

Eur Eat Disord Rev. 2012 Jan;20(1):32-8. doi: 10.1002/erv.1095. Epub 2011 Feb 9.

Abstract

A number of specific deficits in neuropsychological functioning in anorexia nervosa (AN) have been identified. However, it is not known whether these specific deficits cluster together to form one or more clear neuropsychological profiles. We present a case series of nine participants who were recruited as part of a wider, ongoing investigation of the neuropsychological profile of eating disorders (the Ravello Profile). Results show that there was a wide range of different neuropsychological profiles at initial assessment. This suggests a spectrum of neuropsychological strengths and weaknesses that would otherwise be masked in a cohort analysis. It is anticipated that factor and cluster analytic studies will establish one or more common profiles of neuropsychological deficits in AN.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Adolescent
  • Anorexia Nervosa* / classification
  • Anorexia Nervosa* / physiopathology
  • Anorexia Nervosa* / psychology
  • Child
  • Cluster Analysis
  • Cohort Studies
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Neuropsychological Tests