The Evolution of Mental Health Care

This chapter examines the historical shifts in mental health treatment from the Great Confinement to the Great Deinstitutionalization, influenced by key social and political movements. It explores the personal story of a man from a privileged background who became an anti-psychiatric activist after a tragic incident, critiquing the failures of the psychiatric system and the stigma surrounding mental illness. The discussion also addresses current societal challenges in providing adequate support for individuals with severe mental health issues amid a changing political landscape.