WHEN DISORDERED EATING AND DISORDERED THINKING HAPPEN TOGETHER IN A YOUNG PERSON? A CASE REPORT

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.