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Health + Wellness: Bertha Pappenheim

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Women's Health and Wellness - Womanica

Berta poppenheim was diagnosed with hysteria, a then common diagnosis for women. She suffered from convulsions, shivers, forgetfulness, phobias and even partial paralysis,. deafness and blindness. After her diagnosis, berta developed symptoms, including speaking exclusively in english. While some of berta's severe symptoms may have eased, she continued to exhibit her behaviors throughout treatment. In 18 82, she was transferred to bellevew sanatorium in switzerland. Early into their treatment, roye realized berta’s condition improved when she spoke about her dreams and stories. This month we're talking about women who've made important contributions to

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