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L0043873 Male anti-masturbation devices
Credit: Wellcome Library, London. Wellcome Images
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In the late 19th century it was a widely held belief that masturbation caused insanity and devices such as this were designed to prevent the wearer from touching or stimulating himself. They were often used in mental institutions and sometimes in the home.
1880-1920 Published: -

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