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Naomi Elster

Naomi Elster is a writer and a scientist. She has a PhD in breast cancer. Her nonfiction covers science, health, and an evidence-based approach to women’s issues. You can find her on Twitter @Naomi_Elster.

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[Photo: An illustration of Sigmund Freud listening to a female patient speak. The word 'hysteria' and his notes are superimposed on the background.]

Culture & Conversation Media

I’m Not Hysterical—but You’re Sexist

Nov 21, 10:07am Naomi Elster

Over the years, people in power have used “hysteria” to denigrate women’s bodies.

Commentary Abortion

Ireland’s Repeal of the Eighth in Retrospect: Evidence and Empathy Won the Day

Aug 29, 4:59pm

We talked about "compassion in a crisis." But did pro-repeal campaigners miss opportunities to talk about autonomy, the right to abortion, and medication abortion's safety when we fought the country's draconian abortion ban?