@article{ref1,
title="The marital system of the hysterical individual",
journal="Family Process",
year="1977",
author="Bergner, R. M.",
volume="16",
number="1",
pages="85-95",
abstract="The purpose of the present article is to supplement the considerable body of clinical literature that focuses on hysterical behavior from an individual perspective. Based on findings from a total sample of 16 couples, this paper accomplishes this task in a threefold manner. First, the characteristic type of individual who selects and is selected by the hysterical individual as a life partner is described. Second, the type of relationship these two individuals typically develop, which promotes and reinforces severely maladaptive behavior on the part of both is delineated. Third, a number of specific recommendations regarding psychotherapy for this type of relationship are proffered.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="0014-7370",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}