[Behavior therapy in functional syndromes].

Twenty patients presenting functional syndromes of various kinds, localizations and severities without any tangible anatomic-morphological causes having been found, were treated on the basis of behavioural self-direction. Self-rating instruments were used for therapy control. Following a mean 45-61 sessions of individual therapy, highly significant reductions were stated in respect of the probable occurrence of the usually extensive symptoms. This positive outcome was found to persist at follow-up twelve months later. This management approach turned out a very economical one. Further investigations appear indicated.