Psychology 2320A/B Chapter 13: Chapter 13 Psych.docx
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Pediatric psychology applied to field of research for physical functions disorders. Bowel/daytime bladder training completed between ages 18-36 months. Refers to repeated voiding of urine during day/night. Lack of urinary control not diagnosed as enuresis prior to age 5. Dsm requires frequency of twice weekly for at least three consecutive months. Nighttime wetting more common than daytime: 85% of cases are nighttime wetting and primary type. Primary = child never demonstrated bladder control. Secondary = problem preceded by period of urinary continence. Prevalence declines steadily with age , age 18 males: 1%, females: <1% Problem is twice as common among boys compared to girls. All three groups of treatment equally effective, more so bp-rct-ol after 3 month importance of overlearning follow up, relapse less. Passage of feces into clothing not due to physical disorder. Event occurs at least once a month for three months.
