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Published Online: 1989, pp. 1–154

“Koro” (Genital Retraction Syndrome): Psychotherapeutic Interventions

David A. Fishbain, M.Sc., M.D., Steve Barsky, L.C.S.W., and Myron Goldberg, Ph.D.Authors Info & Affiliations

Publication: American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 43, Number 1

https://doi.org/10.1176/appi.psychotherapy.1989.43.1.87

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Abstract

“Koro” is a belief or delusion of retraction of the penis into the abdomen. Originally thought to be a Chinese and Indonesian culture-bound syndrome, it has recently been noted to occur in “Western” patients. Two Western patients with this syndrome are described and their psychotherapeutic treatment and outcome outlined. A stepwise approach to the treatment of the Koro symptom is suggested.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy

Volume 43 • Number 1 • 1989, pp. 1–154

Pages: 87 - 91

PubMed: 2929797

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Published in print: 1989, pp. 1–154

Published online: 30 April 2018

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David A. Fishbain, M.Sc., M.D.^*

Miami Beach, FL

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Steve Barsky, L.C.S.W.^†

Miami Beach, FL

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Myron Goldberg, Ph.D.^‡

Miami Beach, FL

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Associate Professor of Psychiatry and Neurological Surgery, University of Miami School of Medicine. Mailing address: Comprehensive Pain and Rehabilitation Center at South Shore Hospital and Medical Center, 600 Alton Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139.

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Former Social Worker, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Psychiatric Emergency Services.

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Research Assistant Professor, Neurological Surgery; Psychologist, University of Miami School of Medicine, Comprehensive Pain and Rehabilitation Center at South Shore Hospital.

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“Koro” (Genital Retraction Syndrome): Psychotherapeutic Interventions

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