ABSTRACT
The general standards of success need a little consideration. In the East-Hubert report there are these statements: We do not believe that the word ‘cure’ can be properly used until many years have elapsed during which there has been no further conflict with the criminal law. Perhaps not even then.3In fixing a standard of cure, it must be pointed out that the primary object is to prevent further crime. To reduce the likelihood of the recurrence of any hysterical symptoms and to help general adaption in life, though important, must be regarded as secondary to this and may be more difficult or even impossible to attain. The psychologist stated further that, though he could not be certain, he thought E. F.’s conduct was ‘a compensation for an inferiority feeling’. A serious crime was charged against J. K., namely, ‘soliciting for immoral purposes in a public place’.
