Feminist mental health activism in england, c. 1968-95

Auteur :
Mahoney, Kate
Éditeur :
Manchester University Press
ISBN :
9781526194879
Date de publication :
20 janv. 2026
Dimensions :
21,6 x 13,8 cm
Langue :
Anglais
Pays d'origine :
Grande Bretagne
This book provides the first in-depth examination of feminist mental health activism in England from c.1968-1995. It explores how feminist activists initially rejected Freud before using psychoanalysis to enhance their politics; examines the development of feminist therapy; and charts the influence of feminism on national mental health charities. -- .