The Mental Hygiene Movement (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163080603)

The Mental Hygiene Movement is a book written by Clifford W. Beers, which explores the history and development of the mental hygiene movement in the United States. This movement was a response to the poor treatment of individuals with mental illness in the early 20th century, and sought to improve the conditions of mental health care and promote mental wellness.In the book, Beers provides a comprehensive overview of the mental hygiene movement, including its origins, key figures, and major accomplishments. He also discusses the challenges faced by the movement, such as stigma and lack of funding, and highlights the ongoing need for mental health advocacy and support.Through his research and analysis, Beers demonstrates the significant impact that the mental hygiene movement had on the field of mental health, and how it paved the way for modern approaches to mental wellness and treatment. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of mental health care in the United States, as well as those seeking to promote mental wellness and advocate for improved mental health services.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Clifford W. Beers
ISBN-10: 1163080608
ISBN-13: 9781163080603
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 120
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.38lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.25d