Kentucky's First Asylum

A Saga of the People and Practices

Auteurs

• Alma Wynelle Deese

Paramètres

• 428 pages
• 15 heures de lecture

• Santé & Médecine

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Focusing on the historical context, the book delves into the origins and evolution of Kentucky's first asylum, revealing its initial purpose as a care facility for society's vulnerable. Alma Wynelle Deese examines the Eastern Kentucky Asylum's establishment, highlighting the key figures involved in its development, including contributions to a medical school and law department. The narrative sheds light on how perceptions of asylums shifted over time, offering insights into the complexities of mental health care in the 19th century.

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• Année de publication: 2012
• Reliure: (souple)