From 'hysteria' to social control: How patriarchy uses labels to silence womentranslated

The patriarchal system continues to dictate the role of women in society, often categorizing their courage to express their opinions or emotions as a "mental disorder". Participants at the Conference for the Prevention and Combating of Violence against Women, held on October 29 in Chisinau, criticized patriarchy as a social norm and the historical legacy through which female voice and independence are subject to stigma and control.