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Published Online: December 1973

Family Structure in Three Cases of Anorexia Nervosa: The Role of the Father

Publication: American Journal of Psychiatry

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The family structure in three cases of anorexia nervosa is described. Each parent placed a daughter (the patient) in the position of his or her own mother, toward whom neither parent could express hostility. This conflict was focused on the child, blocking any expression of aggression or sexuality in the child. The actual weight loss seemed closely related to the patient's relationship with her father.

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American Journal of Psychiatry
Pages: 1394 - 1397
PubMed: 4754688

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Published in print: December 1973
Published online: 1 April 2006

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PATRICIA WOLD
Medical Director, East Providence Mental Health Clinic, East Providence, R.I.

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