Asylum ways of seeing: Psychiatric patients, American thought and culture.

  • Published In: Journal of the History of the Behavioral Sciences, 2023, v. 59, n. 1. P. 96 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Martin, Jack 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses a book that examines the evolving cultures surrounding psychiatric patients in 20th-century America, focusing on the experiences of individuals with mental illnesses and their caregivers. It highlights a significant transformation in perceptions of psychiatric patients, from passive acceptance of their conditions to active engagement and advocacy for their rights and treatment. The author utilizes a variety of archival sources to illustrate the complexities of patient identities and the impact of deinstitutionalization, emphasizing the emotional expressiveness of patients and the challenges they faced post-deinstitutionalization. The narrative also reflects on the broader societal implications of these changes, questioning the future of care for individuals with mental illnesses and the potential for forgiveness and promises within these relationships. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Journal of the History of the Behavioral Sciences. 2023/01, Vol. 59, Issue 1, p96
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2023
  • ISSN:0022-5061
  • DOI:10.1002/jhbs.22202
  • Accession Number:161524017
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