Part One: Being - Chapters 3 and 4 Summary and Analysis

Sybil begins weekly meetings with Dr. Wilbur. Her parents grill her, never inquiring about her progress, instead concerned about what what is revealed or said about them. Her parents belittle the doctor and try to discourage Sybil's quest for a cure. Dr. Wilbur encourages Sybil to return to New York and get back out on her own.

Sybil is progressively feeling better due to her time with Dr. Wilbur but continues to be puzzled over the issue of time and memory. Dr. Wilbur points out that Sybil once tried to jump out of the window, and tells her that she had a psychological seizure. Finally Sybil's condition is not blamed on her, which brings her a sense of relief. Sybil is presented by Dr. Wilbur with with three choices: teach for...