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Foucault on Madness and Civilization
This chapter examines Michel Foucault's insights on the evolution of madness from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, detailing how societal changes influenced perceptions and treatment of mental illness. It discusses the shift from viewing madness as a tragic aspect of humanity to its institutionalization, reflecting broader cultural and socio-political transformations.