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Mad In America: Bad Science, Bad Medicine, And The Enduring Mistreatment Of The Mentally Ill
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In Mad In America, Medical Journalist Robert Whitaker Reveals An Astounding Truth: Schizophrenics In The United States Fare Worse Than Those In Poor Countries, And Quite Possibly Worse Than Asylum Patients Did In The Early Nineteenth Century. Indeed, Whitaker Argues, Modern Treatments For The Severely Mentally Ill Are Just Old Medicine In New Bottles And We As A Society Are Deluded About Their Efficacy. Tracing Over Three Centuries Of Cures For Madness, Whitaker Shows How Medical Therapiesfrom Spinning Or Chilling Patients In Colonial Times To More Modern Methods Of Electroshock, Lobotomy, And Drugshave Been Used To Silence Patients And Dull Their Minds, Deepening Their Suffering And Impairing Their Hope Of Recovery. Based On Exhaustive Research Culled From Old Patient Medical Records, Historical Accounts, And Government Documents, This Haunting Book Raises Important Questions About Our Obligations To The Mad, What It Means To Be Insane, And What We Value Most About The Human Mind.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Mad In America'? A: 'Mad In America' explores the treatment of mentally ill individuals, particularly focusing on schizophrenia and how modern methods have not improved outcomes compared to past practices.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Mad In America'? A: The author of 'Mad In America' is Robert Whitaker, a medical journalist who investigates the history and effectiveness of treatments for mental illness.
- Q: What does the book argue about modern treatments for mental illness? A: The book argues that modern treatments are often outdated methods repackaged and that they may not be effective, leading to a worsening condition for patients.
- Q: Is 'Mad In America' a research-based book? A: 'Mad In America' is based on extensive research, including historical accounts, old medical records, and government documents.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Mad In America'? A: 'Mad In America' contains 304 pages of content.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Mad In America' was published on December 24, 2001.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Mad In America' have? A: 'Mad In America' is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: In what condition is the book available? A: 'Mad In America' is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.
- Q: What category does 'Mad In America' fall under? A: 'Mad In America' falls under the category of Schizophrenia.
- Q: What is the edition of 'Mad In America'? A: 'Mad In America' is published as a First Edition.