Hysteria may happen as a result of deeply repressed conflict within the mind and is due to intense anxieties being experienced, both sexes are prone to the condition however, it is more likely that young women aged between 14 and 25 years old may experience this more readily. It becomes less common after the age of forty five years.

There are various symptoms associated with this condition such as:

• Crying without cause
• Deep sighs
• Great elation or sadness
• Continuous laughter
• Constrictions in the throat area
• Heavy sensation or cramp in limbs.

The symptoms appear to be divided into two sets, the first set: heaviness, abdominal constrictions, chest constriction, palpitations, headaches and clenched teeth and in the second set, painful cries, violent heartbeats and even loss of consciousness and convulsions.

Possible causes include repression of one form or another, heredity, emotional stress, depression, extended fear and worry can all trigger off this sometimes wild response.

Fortunately, it is curable and a holistic approach works extremely well in most cases. Certainly having an improved regard for their own physical and mental welfare is a step in the right direction.

Mentally, those who are likely to have a disposition for this condition do benefit from learning some degree of self control.

Some self -help tips for this condition include:

Nutrition

Ensuring a healthy diet is achieved is vital so that the body is strong is very important as is changing the mindset so that a holistic health approach is taken and this helps to take the mind away from any fears and anxieties.

Meditation

Meditation is so good for calming any internal angst and alleviating worries or concerns. It can also increase inner peace and calm which is vital for someone susceptible for hysteria. The techniques are fairly easy to learn and will help to strengthen the whole mind, body and spirit.

Affirmations

Incorporating affirmations into everyday life is also beneficial as affirmations can help to strengthen the resolve and enables people to establish goals and be able to reach them. Affirmations can be used to increase inner strength, for relaxation or to strengthen will and they are powerful statements of desire or intent.

Yoga

Some yoga asanas can prove to be very beneficial as it empowers the mind whilst it strengthens the body.