The Repressive Elements of The Yellow Wallpaper Often times what is meant to help can hinder. Positive intentions do not always bring about desirable effects. The "Yellow Wallpaper" is an example of such an occurrence. In this short story the narrator is detained in a lonesome, drab room in an attempt to free herself of a nervous disorder. During the era in which this narrative was written such practices were considered beneficial. The narrators husband, …
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…being treated is actually strengthened to the point of a serious mental illness. Similarly in today's society medical and psychological advice may have the same effect. Unfortunately,yellow the downfall of today's treatment will not be seen until tomorrow. Medical technology and practice have progressed considerably since the time of the "Yellow Wallpaper", This is not to say that today's physicians are infallible. Perhaps some of today's treatments are the "Yellow Wallpaper" of the future.