Description:      This NY Times Magazine article discusses the chromosomal abnormality called Prader-­Willi syndrome which eventually causes a continual food craving and the problem of never feeling full or satisfied.  The article begins with a case discussion of a young woman and her development from birth through adolescence and difficulties the parents have experienced coping with the problem.   The article describes the syndrome as well as the brain and physiological factors involved in this disorder.   Further the article discusses the social and cultural factors in the day to day lives of children and adults who experience the disorder.

Source:  New York Times

Date:        January 21, 2015

LINKS TO RESOURCES

http://www.nytimes.com/2015/01/25/magazine/food-is-a-death-sentence-to-these-kids.html

(shortened URL)   http://tinyurl.com/kcbywwq

Questions for DIscussions:

•What is the Prader-Willi Syndrome?
•How does it develop from birth to adolescence?
•What are believed to be the causes and subsequent symptoms?
•How does the Prader-Willi Syndrome parallel what is known about the physiological factors in hunger regulation?  What parts of the brain are involved?
•This article is a good one that delineates the BioPsychoSocial  perspectives in understanding human behavior and disorders.   Assign three group to cover each of the perspectives for a full analysis of the syndrome.