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Gheel Ou Une Colonie D'aliénés Vivant En Famille Et En Liberté...

Gheel Ou Une Colonie D'aliénés Vivant En Famille Et En Liberté...

Paperback

Medical ReferenceGeneral European HistoryGeneral Sociology

ISBN10: 1276128088
ISBN13: 9781276128087
Publisher: Nabu Press
Published: Feb 28 2012
Pages: 222
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.47 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: French

Gheel Ou Une Colonie D'aliénés Vivant En Famille Et En Liberté... explores the unique historical phenomenon of Gheel, a Belgian town renowned for its centuries-old tradition of providing family-based care for individuals with mental health conditions. Authored by Jules Duval, the book offers insights into the social structures, daily life, and therapeutic approaches of this pioneering community. It examines the integration of patients into local families and the broader social fabric, highlighting the benefits and challenges of this innovative system. Duval's work provides a valuable perspective on the history of psychiatry and the evolution of humane treatment methods for mental illness. This book is essential reading for those interested in the history of medicine, social care, and community-based mental health practices.

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