Jean-Martin Charcot and Pierre Janet were interested in a condition that results in the temporary loss of motor control or cognitive functions. What were they studying? a. hysteria

b. unconsciousness

c. phrenology

d. schizophrenia

The answer is a. hysteria.

Explanation:

Hysteria is explained as a temporary loss of emotional control.

In the past, the diagnosis of hysteria used to involve physiological symptoms such as inability to breathe or insomnia, and it was believed to affect only women. However, modern uses of the term involve emotional distress or panic.