[Symptomatology of pathologic inhibition in child and adolescent psychiatry]

We propose firstly to take a synchronic approach, looking at different classifications of the morbid features of inhibition, and at how aspects change according to the degree of inhibition. We will then move on to a diachronic approach, looking at how inhibition can be observed at the different stages of maturity of the child and adolescent, and at how the significance of the clinical picture alters according to the age of onset, and family, social and cultural background. The third part will consist of a pathogenetic approach to manifestations of inhibition. Finally, some case histories will be presented to provide concrete illustration of the theory discussed above.