A Retrospective Study of Hysteria in a Child Guidance Clinic*
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The literature on hysteria in childhood is sparse in comparison with that on adults. Opinions differ regarding the definition and prevalence (Rae 1977, Goodyer 1981). Most studies report that hysteria is equally found in boys and girls and it occurs usually after five years of age (Robins and O'Neal 1953, Caplan 1970, Rock 1971). A review of literature by Goodyer (1981) suggests the importance of repression of mental conflicts, intensive learning experience, imitation and identification with significant persons in the formation of symptoms.
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