Richard von Krafft-Ebing
Psychologist and author of 'Psychopathia Sexualis'

Born
August 14th, 1840
184 years ago
Died
December 22nd, 1902
122 years ago — 62 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Austria
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A psychologist and author contributed to the understanding of sexual psychology through extensive research and writing. Authored 'Psychopathia Sexualis', a pioneering work analyzing sexual anomalies and behaviors. This work served as a foundational text in sexology, influencing both academic and medical fields. Engaged in clinical practices, providing insights into sexual disorders during a time of limited discussion on the subject. Established a framework for the classification and understanding of sexual deviance, which shaped future discussions in psychology and psychiatry.
Authored 'Psychopathia Sexualis'
Pioneered studies in sexual psychology
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