The Strange (But True) History of Hysteria

The video explores the historical concept of hysteria, initially linked to uterine issues, and its evolution over time. It discusses the symptoms, misdiagnoses, and bizarre cures associated with hysteria, such as the wandering uterus theory. The narrative shifts to the 1700s when hysteria was reconsidered as a neurological condition, with Sigmund Freud playing a key role in this transition. By 1980, hysteria was removed from the DSM, and its symptoms were reclassified under conditions like anxiety and conversion disorder. The video highlights the importance of modern science in understanding these conditions.

How did Sigmund Freud's views on hysteria differ from earlier beliefs?

What is the modern understanding of symptoms previously associated with hysteria?