Havelock Ellis
Psychologist and author of Studies in the Psychology of Sex
Born
1859
166 years ago
Died
July 8th, 1939
85 years ago — 80 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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A prominent English psychologist and physician, Ellis contributed significantly to the fields of psychology and sexology. He authored the multi-volume work 'Studies in the Psychology of Sex', which examined human sexuality from a psychological perspective. This work was groundbreaking for its time and helped to shift societal attitudes toward sexuality. Ellis also engaged in discussions around issues such as gender and sexual identity, promoting a more open discourse on these topics. His influence extended to various disciplines, including sociology and education.
Authored 'Studies in the Psychology of Sex'
Contributed to modern sexology
Advocated for sexual reform
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