Nerves, but not mentally

This report attempts to delineate the nature of "Nerves" using data collected from 101 Social Security Disability petitioners from Eastern Kentucky. Statistical analysis of Cornell Medical Index items reveals a relatively unique constellation of symptoms for individuals claiming disability...

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Published inThe journal of clinical psychiatry Vol. 43; no. 5; p. 187
Main Authors Ludwig, A M, Forrester, R L
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.05.1982
Subjects
Adult
Conversion Disorder - diagnosis
Conversion Disorder - psychology
Diagnosis, Differential
Disability Evaluation
Female
Humans
Internal-External Control
Kentucky
Male
Mental Disorders - psychology
Psychological Tests
Psychophysiologic Disorders - diagnosis
Psychophysiologic Disorders - psychology
Kentucky
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Summary:This report attempts to delineate the nature of "Nerves" using data collected from 101 Social Security Disability petitioners from Eastern Kentucky. Statistical analysis of Cornell Medical Index items reveals a relatively unique constellation of symptoms for individuals claiming disability primarily due to "Nerves" rather than somatic or mental causes. The report concludes that "Nerves" serves as a useful clinical label for a fairly consistent pattern of somatic and emotional complaints incorporating the distinctive Appalachian world view and life style.
ISSN:0160-6689