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Leyton 1961

[Report of the Medical Officer of Health for Leyton]

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Initials and Date of BirthHistory prior to AdmissionObservat ions following attendances at the Sessions
P.S. 14.10.56This family lives in a flat over business premises in a busy thoroughfare and as he had no outlet for his energies he became aggressive, destructive and disobedient and was referred to the Child Guidance Clinic.He was aggressive and upset most of the children. No one would play with him and he was unable to use the equipment intelligently. He eventually benefitted by the firm discipline, and the friendly companionship of other children. He was also happy playing with constructive toys. He has now left the district.
H.S.16. 9. 56 T.s. 16:1; 58These are the eldest of a family of four and the mother had great difficulty in coping. The children were admitted to ease the strain and tension in the family.These children enjoyed the play centre. Since the older child, who presented the main difficulty, started school the mother was able to manage.
I.C. 2.2.59The home conditions are cramped and the child was not allowed free play and was always told to be quiet. The mother reports that he nearly lost his power of speech and became withdrawn.He was extremely interested in all the play material and especially sand and water. He eventually spoke when he got to know the staff and children. He attended regularly for a time but when he improved the mother no longer brought him to the sessions.

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