Afterlives of the Psychiatric Asylum

Explore the intricate world of mental health care and its historical roots in Graham Moon's insightful book, Afterlives of the Psychiatric Asylum. Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2020, this thought-provoking paperback spans 208 pages, delving into the 'recycling' of the psychiatric asylum concept, along with its physical spaces and landscapes. Moon expertly draws theoretical connections to contemporary trends in mental health care, as well as to concepts in cultural and urban geography. This compelling examination assesses the closure of asylums and their enduring presence in various contexts and markets. Ideal for anyone interested in internal medicine, mental health, and the evolution of psychiatric care, this book invites readers to reflect on the past and its implications for the future.