Psychological and Mental Health in Graeco-Roman Egypt: Selected Disorders and Diseases

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Tourism Guidance Department, Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Management, Helwan University

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The publication of the ancient Egyptian medical papyri starting from the 2nd half of the 19th century revealed their ingenuity in the field of medicine in almost all its specialties; their concern for mental and psychological health was on par with that of physical health. The ancient Egyptians perfectly balanced work and leisure, which had a positive impact on their health; their overall wellbeing is largely reflected on the level of civilizational superiority. Nevertheless, experiencing negative emotions, head injuries, or other physical problems was inevitable, which was adversely reflected on the psychological and mental health of the individuals. This study deals with a selection of disorders and diseases (Depression, Epilepsy, Paraphilia, Dementia, and Hysteria). It aims to tackle the concept and various methods of treatment of these disorders and diseases, whether medical or magical approaches, in Egypt during the Graeco-Roman Period and the mutual medical influence with the Classical world.

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