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Miscarriage: A Historical Perspective
Author(s) -
Kuller Jeffrey A.,
Katz Vem L.
Publication year - 1994
Publication title -
birth
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.233
H-Index - 83
eISSN - 1523-536X
pISSN - 0730-7659
DOI - 10.1111/j.1523-536x.1994.tb00535.x
Subject(s) - miscarriage , variety (cybernetics) , perspective (graphical) , pregnancy , history , medicine , abortion , obstetrics , art , computer science , biology , visual arts , genetics , artificial intelligence
Ancient cultures have applied a variety of fascinating therapies to prevent the occurrence and reoccurrence of miscarriage. Ceremonies of ritual purification, special prayers, and a variety of medicinal therapies were employed throughout the ages to prevent this feared event. Rituals to memorialize and help mourn the lost pregnancy were developed in many cultures. These rituals reinforce how deeply men and women are affected by early pregnancy loss.