Asylum to Action

Discover a transformative journey through the world of mental health in Asylum to Action by Helen Spandler, published by Jessica Kingsley Publishers in 2006. This compelling 176-page paperback delves into the unique history of a libertarian therapeutic community at Paddington Day Hospital in West London during the 1970s. Spandler expertly recaptures the radical aspirations and inherent conflicts of the early therapeutic community movement, radical psychiatry, and the patients' movement.

With insightful case studies and a thorough exploration of milieu therapy, this book is essential for anyone interested in the evolution of psychiatric care and the impact of therapeutic communities in England. Join Helen Spandler as she sheds light on a pivotal era in mental health history, making Asylum to Action a must-read for professionals, students, and advocates alike.