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Mad, Bad, and Sad: Women and the Mind Doctors
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Exploring the evolution of understanding extreme mental states over two centuries, the narrative delves into the experiences of notable women like Virginia Woolf and Marilyn Monroe, alongside historical figures like Freud and Jung. It highlights the intersection of women's mental health with societal perceptions, showcasing how symptoms and diagnoses have evolved, creating trends in illness. By examining personal stories and the development of therapies, the book offers a captivating insight into the complexities of the human mind and the treatment of mental anguish.
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Mad, Bad, and Sad: Women and the Mind Doctors, Lisa Appignanesi
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- Released
- 2008
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- Title
- Mad, Bad, and Sad: Women and the Mind Doctors
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lisa Appignanesi
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Released
- 2008
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 560
- ISBN13
- 9780393066630
- Category
- Psychology
- Description
- Exploring the evolution of understanding extreme mental states over two centuries, the narrative delves into the experiences of notable women like Virginia Woolf and Marilyn Monroe, alongside historical figures like Freud and Jung. It highlights the intersection of women's mental health with societal perceptions, showcasing how symptoms and diagnoses have evolved, creating trends in illness. By examining personal stories and the development of therapies, the book offers a captivating insight into the complexities of the human mind and the treatment of mental anguish.