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According to Freud and Breuer, what did hysteria refer to?
According to Freud and Breuer, what did hysteria refer to?
- A disorder related to nutritional deficiencies
- An organic illness caused by genetic factors
- A psychological disorder where repressed ideas find expression in the body (correct)
- A physical disease affecting the brain
What did Freud believe was the real source of hysteria in individuals?
What did Freud believe was the real source of hysteria in individuals?
- Genetic predisposition
- Social interactions
- Environmental factors
- The unconscious mind (correct)
How did Freud view the repressed fantasy of hysterics?
How did Freud view the repressed fantasy of hysterics?
- Always sexual in nature (correct)
- Primarily related to childhood experiences
- Mainly physical in nature
- Related to traumatic brain injuries
In Mary's perspective, why does calling Colin a 'hysteric' feminize him?
In Mary's perspective, why does calling Colin a 'hysteric' feminize him?
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'Mary's calling Colin a 'hysteric' therefore feminizes him' - What insight does this provide about Mary's perception of Dickon?
'Mary's calling Colin a 'hysteric' therefore feminizes him' - What insight does this provide about Mary's perception of Dickon?
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What is the main reason Mary is summoned to control Colin?
What is the main reason Mary is summoned to control Colin?
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How is Mary different in this chapter compared to the beginning of the novel?
How is Mary different in this chapter compared to the beginning of the novel?
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Why is it important for Mary to contradict Colin's negative thoughts?
Why is it important for Mary to contradict Colin's negative thoughts?
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What does Mary's repetition of the word 'hysterics' indicate?
What does Mary's repetition of the word 'hysterics' indicate?
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What does the author believe is the main cause of Colin's disease?
What does the author believe is the main cause of Colin's disease?
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