The Mental Hygiene Movement

By Clifford Whittingham Beers

Book Overview

The Mental Hygiene Movement by Clifford W. Beers is a comprehensive historical account of the mental health movement in the United States. The book explores the evolution of the movement from its early beginnings in the late 19th century to its current state, examining the various social, cultural, and political factors that have shaped it over time. Beers discusses the role of key figures such as Dorothea Dix, William James, and Sigmund Freud in shaping the movement and highlights the various organizations, institutions, and policies that have been established to address mental health issues. The book also delves into the challenges and controversies that have arisen within the movement, including debates over the use of medications, the role of the state in mental health care, and the stigmatization of mental illness. Overall, The Mental Hygiene Movement provides a comprehensive and insightful overview of the history and development of the mental health movement in the United States, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the field of mental health.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1430470194
• ISBN13: 9781430470199
• Release Date: January 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"