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Storming Bedlam w/ Sasha Warren

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The Intersection of Psychiatry and Society

This chapter examines the historical emergence of psychiatric and disability services within the context of major societal transformations such as the French and Industrial Revolutions. It critiques the oversimplified narratives around asylum closures and incarceration, emphasizing the systemic sorting of individuals based on labor capacity. Through a historical lens, it advocates for redefining psychiatric practices to address societal inequalities and the need for immediate, transformative action.

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