Female Psychology in Salma’s Poetry

Salma is a notable figure among creators who have documented the inner world of women in the realm of modern Tamil poetry. Her poems deeply articulate not only women's lived experiences but also the psychological crises arising from social structures, familial constraints, religious traditions, and gender politics. Themes such as female silence, solitude, suppressed desires, control over the body, sexuality, motherhood, the search for self-identity, and a spirit of resistance form the core of her poetry. This study examines Salma’s poems through the lens of modern psychology and feminist theories to elucidate the various dimensions of the female psyche. Furthermore, the article aims to highlight the intertwined nature of literature and psychology.

Salma, Female Psychology, Feminism, Modern Poetry, Psychology

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