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| Primary Author: |
Kolle, B.
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| Journal Title: |
Médecine des arts: Approche médicale et scientifique des pratiques artistiques
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| Date Published: |
Mar-99 |
| Language: |
French
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| Category: |
Nervous Disorders
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| Key Words: |
dystonia focal musician psychological treatment |
| Full Citation: |
Kolle, Bénédicte. Approche psychologique de la dystonie de fonction chez les musicians. [A Psychological Approach to Focal Dystonia in Musicians.] Médecine des arts: Approche médicale et scientifique des pratiques artistiques (Montauban, France) no. 27 (March 1999): 23-27. |
| Full Abstract: |
Observation of the rehabilitation process of musicians with focal dystonia has resulted in the identification of the psychological characteristics shared by these individuals. Feelings of helplessness and loss of a frame of reference predominate; reactions include resignation, rebellion, and a focus on solving the problem. Some qualities that may have played a part in the development of the dystonia--such as reliance on willpower, perfectionism, perseverance, and endurance--may be redirected towards rehabilitation and increase the chances of its success. |
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