Hysteria Beyond Freud Apr 2026

: Explores the origins of hysteria in antiquity, specifically examining the Hippocratic tradition and the myth of the "wandering womb".

: Examines the visual and cultural "image" of the hysteric throughout history. Central Themes Hysteria Beyond Freud

: The authors argue that while Freud is often credited with "discovering" the psychological roots of hysteria, he actually inherited a 3,000-year-old lineage of medical and cultural thought. : Explores the origins of hysteria in antiquity,