la belle indifference
nounEtymology
From French la + belle + indifférence.
- derived from la + belle + indifférence
Definitions
A paradoxical lack of emotional distress or concern despite the presence of an illness or…
A paradoxical lack of emotional distress or concern despite the presence of an illness or serious physical symptoms.
- It is interesting to note that insofar as this supports our hypothesis it accords with the time-worn conception of the hysterical patient with little or no anxiety — la belle indifference.
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