Prader-Willi Syndrome Case Study

Medical factors that may impact the behavior: Bonnie has been diagnosed with Prader-Willi syndrome a life-threatening disorder which begins in childhood. Individuals with Prader-Willi syndrome develop an insatiable appetite which results in chronic overeating and obesity (United States National Library of Medicine, 2015). Bonnie’s diagnosis of Prader-Willi syndrome is a strong causal link for strong desire to obtain food. Bonnie also has multiple disabilities and sensory problems. Individuals with a sensory processing disorder often experience sensory overload, anxiety, restlessness, and chronic stress which may result in meltdowns. This is due to their difficulty to inhibit or filter non-essential sensory information and their poor ability