"For Her Own Good: Two Centuries of Experts' Advice to Women" explores how societal norms and expert opinions have shaped the lives of women over the past two hundred years. The book delves into the historical context of women's roles and how these roles were influenced by medical and psychological advice, often controlling and limiting women’s freedoms under the guise of care and protection.
The author highlights various key figures and movements that contributed to the discourse surrounding women's health and behavior, showing how these prescriptions reflected broader social attitudes. This advice, instead of empowering women, frequently reinforced traditional gender roles and expectations, illustrating a tension between personal autonomy and societal norms.
Ultimately, the book serves as a critical examination of the notion that expert advice is in women’s best interest, encouraging readers to question the motives behind such guidance throughout history. It offers insights into the ongoing struggle for women's rights and personal agency in the face of historical paternalism.
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