An anorexic client states to a nurse,"My father has recently moved back to town." Since that time the client has experienced insomnia,nightmares,and panic attacks that occur nightly.She has never married or dated and lives alone.What should the nurse suspect?

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The nurse should suspect that this client might have a history of childhood incest.Adult survivors of incest are at risk for developing posttraumatic stress disorder,sexual dysfunction,somatization disorders,compulsive sexual behavior disorders,depression,anxiety,eating disorders,and substance abuse disorders.

An Anorexic Client States to a Nurse,"My Father Has Recently