Pietikeainen, Petteri
Madness: A History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780415713184
- author:
- Pietikeainen, Petteri
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Routledge
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2015
- Pages:
- 346
- Dimensions:
- 156 mm X 234 mm
- Genre:
- 24.38 x 16.76 x 1.78 centimetres, History, General, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Madness: A History explores the complex and multifaceted concept of mental illness in Western civilization from antiquity to modern times. This comprehensive account examines the social, cultural, and medical forces that have shaped our understanding of madness over the centuries.
The book delves into the history of psychiatry, diagnoses, treatments, and patient experiences, drawing on primary records and secondary literature to provide a nuanced picture of mental illness. From 18th century asylums to the emergence of neuroses and anti-psychiatry, Pietrikäinen sheds light on the various ways in which madness has been perceived and treated.
With its thorough and accessible approach, Madness: A History offers a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mental illness, medicine, and society. This book is an essential read for students and scholars seeking to understand the complex and often contradictory nature of human experience.
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