The Major Symptoms Of Hysteria

The book ""The Major Symptoms of Hysteria: Fifteen Lectures Given in the Medical School of Harvard University"" by Pierre Janet is a comprehensive study of hysteria, a condition that was prevalent in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book comprises of a series of lectures delivered by Pierre Janet at the Harvard Medical School in 1906. The lectures cover various aspects of hysteria, including its history, symptoms, causes, and treatment.Janet was a pioneering figure in the field of psychology and his lectures provide a detailed insight into the nature of hysteria. He describes the various symptoms of the condition, including paralysis, convulsions, and other physical manifestations, as well as the psychological symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and dissociation.The book also explores the social and cultural factors that contribute to the development of hysteria, including gender roles, sexual repression, and the influence of the medical profession. Janet argues that hysteria is not a purely physical condition, but is also influenced by psychological and social factors.Overall, ""The Major Symptoms of Hysteria"" is an important historical document that provides a valuable insight into the understanding of mental health in the early 20th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of psychology and psychiatry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.