Journal of Mental Science (1947) 93: 43-61. doi: 10.1192/bjp.93.390.43
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Fear Factors in Flying Personnel

W. A. S. Falla, M.B., B.S., D.P.M., Deputy Medical Superintendent

Bracebridge Heath Hospital, Lincoln

ABSTRACT

  1. Artistic products of two schizophrenic patients, who underwent leucotomy are analysed.
  2. In Case 1 the leucotomy induced a "creative spell" which sub served catharsis.
  3. In Case 2 the leucotomy modified and reorganized the patient's creative spell.
  4. The importance of creative activity after leucotomy is stressed, and the aesthetical value of the art products is discussed.

Received for publication October 5, 1946.