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Family hysteria in a Kenyan setting.

E A Muluka, M Dhadphale, J M Mwita

    The Journal of Nervous and Mental Disease
    |April 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    This case study details hysterical fits in a Kenyan family. Conjoint family therapy resulted in a swift and significant recovery for the affected children.

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    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Pediatrics
    • Cultural Anthropology

    Background:

    • Hysterical fits, a form of conversion disorder, can manifest in pediatric populations.
    • Socio-cultural factors in rural Kenya may influence the presentation and transmission of psychopathology within families.

    Observation:

    • Five children within the same family in rural Kenya presented with similar episodes of hysterical fits.
    • The youngest female child was the last to exhibit symptoms, suggesting potential social learning or modeling within the family structure.
    • The family's underlying psychopathology was a key focus of the investigation.

    Findings:

    • The case study identified a pattern of symptom manifestation within the family, potentially influenced by social dynamics.
    • Psychopathology within the family system appeared to play a significant role in the occurrence of hysterical fits.
    • Conjoint family therapy was implemented as the primary intervention.

    Implications:

    • Rapid and dramatic recovery was observed in the affected children following conjoint family therapy.
    • This case highlights the effectiveness of family-centered therapeutic approaches for pediatric conversion disorders.
    • Understanding the interplay of cultural context and family psychopathology is crucial for effective treatment in similar cases.

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