On the Curability of Certain Forms of Insanity, Epilepsy, Catalepsy, and Hysteria in Females
Isaac Baker Brown
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On the Curability of Certain Forms of Insanity, Epilepsy, Catalepsy, and Hysteria in Females

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"On the Curability of Certain Forms of Insanity, Epilepsy, Catalepsy, and Hysteria in Females" by Baker Brown delves into controversial 19th-century medical theories surrounding women's health. This historical text explores the purported connections between female reproductive organs and a range of conditions, including insanity, epilepsy, catalepsy, and hysteria. Brown advocates for clitoridectomy as a treatment for these ailments, reflecting the medical beliefs and practices of the time. A significant document in the history of medicine and women's studies, this book offers a glimpse into th...