The Insanity Defense with Mackenzie Joy Brennan
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Winnie's Trial: The Insanity Defense and Gender Bias
This chapter explores the 1920s trial of Winnie, highlighting the sexist interpretations of women's behaviors as signs of mental illness. It examines how societal expectations and biases shaped perceptions of women's mental health, ultimately questioning the validity of labels assigned to individuals in the mental health system.
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