Report of the Board of Visitors of the Maryland Hospital, to the General Assembly of Maryland: Containing a Statement of the Condition of That ... Physician, for 1846, 1847, 1848, 184 - Softcover

Maryland Hospital

 
9780243137176: Report of the Board of Visitors of the Maryland Hospital, to the General Assembly of Maryland: Containing a Statement of the Condition of That ... Physician, for 1846, 1847, 1848, 184

Synopsis

This book contains the annual reports of the President and Resident Physician of the Maryland Hospital, submitted to the General Assembly of Maryland for 1848 and 1849, as well as special reports by the resident physician for 1850 and 1851. These reports provide a detailed look at the history, operations, and challenges faced by the Maryland Hospital, one of the earliest mental health institutions in the United States. The reports offer insights into the evolution of the mental health field during the 19th century, including advancements in treatment, the shifting role of asylums, and societal attitudes towards mental illness. The authors explore the complex relationship between mental health and poverty, as well as the ongoing need for accessible and humane care for those suffering from mental illness.

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9780666342614: Report of the Board of Visitors of the Maryland Hospital, to the General Assembly of Maryland: Containing a Statement of the Condition of That ... Physician, for 1846, 1847, 1848, 184

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ISBN 10:  066634261X ISBN 13:  9780666342614
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2019
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