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Self-neglect in Adult Life

1992; Cambridge University Press; Volume: 161; Issue: 2 Linguagem: Inglês

10.1192/bjp.161.2.265

1472-1465

Panos Vostanis, Christine Dean,

Body Image and Dysmorphia Studies

Two cases of self-neglect in adult patients with no psychiatric diagnosis are reported. The presentation included domestic squalor and hoarding of rubbish, with the patients living alone and having a history of schizoid and paranoid personality traits. Both refused all recommended help. A move to more protected accommodation was the only practical measure that led to a degree of improvement.