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The History of "Female Hysteria" and the Evolution of Sex Toys

Die Geschichte der „weiblichen Hysterie“ und die Entwicklung von Sexspielzeugen

In ancient Egypt and Greece, hysteria was thought to be caused by a wandering uterus that moved throughout the woman's body, pressing on other organs and causing a variety of symptoms like anxiety, irritability, and sexual desire. Treatments varied, including scent therapy, where pleasant or unpleasant smells were used to coax the uterus back to its proper place.

By the Middle Ages, the understanding of hysteria took on a more supernatural perspective, with symptoms attributed to demonic possession or witchcraft. However, by the 19th century, the condition was again viewed through a medical lens, with prominent physicians like Jean-Martin Charcot and Sigmund Freud studying the condition, though their theories also reinforced stereotypes about women's emotional and mental health.

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From Female Hysteria to Empowerment: The Evolution of Sex Toys

Once deemed a medical condition requiring 'treatment' through orgasm, 'Female Hysteria' represents a dark chapter in women's health. This article explores its history, debunking, and the transformation of its 'treatments' into modern sex toys—symbols of empowerment and pleasure.