Szasz, Thomas
Schizophrenia: The Sacred Symbol of Psychiatry
- ISBN 13:
- 9780815602248
- author:
- Szasz, Thomas
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Syracuse University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1988
- Pages:
- 237
- Dimensions:
- 133 mm X 210 mm
- Genre:
- Clinical psychology
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Szasz's provocative exploration of schizophrenia challenges the conventional understanding of this complex mental health condition. In Schizophrenia: The Sacred Symbol of Psychiatry, the author argues that the term schizophrenia is not a medical diagnosis, but a symbol employed by psychiatrists to exert control over those deemed mentally ill.
This thought-provoking book delves into the origins of schizophrenia's classification as a disease, questioning the very notion of what it means to be mentally ill. With characteristic incisiveness, Szasz examines the power dynamics at play in the psychiatric establishment, shedding light on the intricate relationships between language, power, and the human psyche.
Through a nuanced analysis of the concept of schizophrenia, Szasz invites readers to reconsider their assumptions about mental health and the role of psychiatry in society. A compelling and thought-provoking read, this book is a must-have for anyone interested in the complexities of the human mind and the ways in which language shapes our understanding of the world.
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