Madness in Civilization. Book Summary

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Andrew Scull

What’s inside

This book chronicles the cultural history of madness and its treatment from biblical times to the present.

You’ll Learn

  • Understanding historical perspectives of madness
  • Insight into the evolution of mental health treatment
  • Exploring societal attitudes towards mental illness
  • Analyzing the portrayal of madness in literature and art

Key Points

  • Madness in Biblical Times
  • Evolution of Insanity Treatment
  • Madness in Classical Literature
  • Madness in Arts and Culture
  • Madness and Modern Medicine

Who’s it For

  • Psychologists
  • Historians
  • Mental Health Professionals
  • Students of Psychiatry

About the author

Scull, a renowned sociologist and historian, is known for his in-depth research on mental health topics.