Elizabeth Packard
A badass woman who fought against the horrific treatments in mental institutions
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Oct 26, 2022 • 39min
Episode 2.8. Women’s Mental Institutions of the 19th Century
Discover the horrific treatments and experiences of women in 19th-century mental institutions, as explained by guest Elizabeth Packard and Nellie Bly. They fought against labeling women as insane and shed light on abusive conditions. Learn about the reasons for women's admission, including activities like reading novels, and the role of gaslighting in society.
