psychopathology: grande attaque hysterique

This form of hysterical fit or attack (restricted to women) described by Charcot proceeded through a number of phases (which varies according to the source):

1. Prodromal phase
2. Epileptoid phase
3. Phase of clownism (large movement phase)
4. Attitudes passionnelles
5. Délire terminal

http://www.behavenet.com/capsules
Search Capsules™ | Terms of Use | Request New Term
Capsules™ Copyright © 1997-2009 BehaveNet®