Colonialism and Transnational Psychiatry
Author: Waltraud Ernst
ISBN: 9780857280190
Publisher: Anthem Press
Year first published: 15 Oct 2013
Pages: 294
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780857280190
Publisher: Anthem Press
Year first published: 15 Oct 2013
Pages: 294
Format: Hardback
This book provides an in-depth case study of a psychiatric institution within the context of colonial rule during the early twentieth century. It focuses on patient statistics, medical treatments and diagnoses, and considers the 'indigenisation' or 'Indianisation' of the colonial medical services and the significance of international professional networks.