Female Hysteria - a snapshot of women's history

The term "female hysteria" or "wandering womb" was used from 4th Century BC to the 19th century and declined when psychology became more understood. Today we don't use either term. Thankfully, we have doctors who understand how the female body functions, gynecologists. Basic Beliefs On Hysteria What was considered female hysteria? It was considered common, chronic, and only applied to women. Here's a list. Hysteria Symptoms - anxiety -shortness of breath - fainting -nervousness - sexual desire -insomnia - fluid retention (periods) -heaviness in the abdomen - irritability - loss of food/sexual appetite -being sexually forward - being a troublemaker If you laughed or cringed at that list and pointed out several symptoms had several explanations (including "I don't want to have sex with Mr. X" or pregnancy) you will be glad to know this is no longer a valid diagnosis. Most of these have to do with bein...