Write a term paper that contains five full pages describing pica in children disorder from a biopsychosocial perspective.
Describe the disorder in terms of symptoms, describe biological, psychological, and social causes of the disorder and include information about treatment.
Symptoms may be described in terms of emotional symptoms, cognitive symptoms, behavioral symptoms, somatic symptoms, and impairment in social and occupational functioning.
Biological explanations may include the following: Brain structure and function, genetics, hormones, evolution/natural selection, neurotransmitters (oversupply, under supply, dysfunction)
Psychological explanations may include the following: Learning, memory, personality traits, cognition (thought patterns), trauma/stress, emotion/mood
Sociocultural explanations may include the following: Gender roles, socioeconomic status, locations (city or rural), school/education, cultural values, poverty
Treatment may include medications, cognitive therapy, behavioral therapy, group therapy, client centered therapy
Sample Solution
Pica in Adults: A Biopsychosocial Perspective
Introduction
Pica is a mental disorder that affects many adults. It is characterized by the persistent eating of non-nutritional items such as paper, dirt, or clay. The disorder can cause serious health issues if it continues for an extended period of time, and therefore it is important to understand what causes pica in adults and how it can be treated from a biopsychosocial perspective. This paper will explore the biological, psychological, and social factors that contribute to the development of pica in adults as well as current treatment options available for those who suffer from this disorder.