Madness, Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum
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Antonia Hylton's 'Madness, Race and Insanity in a Jim Crow Asylum' offers a critical examination of the intersection of race, mental illness, and the justice system during the Jim Crow era.
The book sheds light on the discriminatory practices and systemic inequalities faced by African Americans within the mental health system.
Hylton's research reveals the devastating impact of racism on the lives of individuals with mental illness.
The book challenges readers to confront the historical injustices and ongoing disparities in mental health care.
It serves as a powerful reminder of the need for equitable access to mental health services for all.
The book sheds light on the discriminatory practices and systemic inequalities faced by African Americans within the mental health system.
Hylton's research reveals the devastating impact of racism on the lives of individuals with mental illness.
The book challenges readers to confront the historical injustices and ongoing disparities in mental health care.
It serves as a powerful reminder of the need for equitable access to mental health services for all.
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