Madness and Civilization. Book Summary

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Michel Foucault

What’s inside

A comprehensive exploration of the social and cultural responses to madness throughout history.

You’ll Learn

  • Gaining a Historical Perspective on Madness
  • Understanding Social Responses to Mental Illness
  • Critical Insight into the Evolution of Psychiatric Institutions
  • Appreciating Societal Influence on Madness

Key Points

  • Varying Perceptions of Madness in Different Ages
  • The Role of Institutions in Dealing with Madness
  • Stigmatization and Exclusion of the Insane
  • Social Control and Madness
  • Shifts in Treatment and Perception of Madness Over Time

Who’s it For

  • Social Science Students
  • Psychologists
  • Historians
  • Mental Health Advocates

About the author

Michel Foucault, a French philosopher and social theorist, is renowned for his critical studies of social institutions.