In January 2007, Emily Errico, age 25, was found dead from malnutrition and anorexia nervosa in her family's home. Among other strange behaviors, Emily's mother severely limited her food intake and forced her to wear plastic bags instead of clothes. At the time of her death, Emily was 5 feet, 7 inches tall and weighed only 97 pounds.
The family home is located in Garwood, N.J., a town of about 4,000 residents located outside of New York City. Ermina pleaded guilty at a hearing last week, during which she acknowledged that she was aware of her daughter's weakened state. Ermina was sentenced to probation and psychological treatment. Her husband, Edward, received a similar sentence earlier this year.
(Source: Associated Press)
Labels: anorexia, malnutrition
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