From Hysteria to Health: A Talk with Carol Queen
Thursday, September 03
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fairfield Civic Center Library
Becker Balmer Meeting RoomSexual Health Awareness Month Presentation
For Sexual Health Awareness Month, join author and educator Carol Queen, PhD, for a lively look at the unexpected history of the vibrator. Once used by doctors to treat “hysteria,” these devices tell a fascinating story about changing ideas of health and sexuality. This talk will examine how this diagnosis was understood and treated, as well as how perspectives on sexual and overall health shifted throughout the 20th century.
This program is not intended for people under 18.
AGE GROUP: | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Health & Support | Featured Events |
Fairfield Civic Center Library
The Fairfield Civic Center Library is a 40,000 square-foot facility with one meeting room and two study room spaces available.
