Rules and Regulations of the Insane Asylum of California by Stockton State Hospital
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"Rules and Regulations of the Insane Asylum of California" by Stockton State Hospital is a formal document outlining the operational guidelines and standards of conduct for the staff at the asylum, written in the early 1860s. This publication serves as a historical account, shedding light on the institutional practices and societal attitudes towards mental health treatment during this time period. The likely topic of the book revolves around the management of mental
health facilities and the treatment of patients, emphasizing the responsibilities of staff and the ethics of care. The book provides a comprehensive outline of the roles and responsibilities of various personnel within the asylum, including the Resident Physician, Matron, Attendants, and Supervisors. It details the expectations for behavior, treatment of patients, and the maintenance of order within the institution. Emphasis is placed on kindness and respect towards patients, alongside strict regulations to ensure the safety and comfort of both staff and patients. The rules illustrate the importance of discretion in handling patient information, the necessity of cleanliness and order, and the methods of patient care aimed at promoting recovery. Overall, the document represents a structured approach to mental health care, reflecting the values and practices of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stockton State Hospital (Calif.) |
|---|---|
| Title |
Rules and Regulations of the Insane Asylum of California Prescribed by the Resident Physician, August 1, 1861 |
| Credits |
Produced by Bryan Ness, Markus Brenner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 43.1 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | F850.5: United States local history: Pacific States |
| Subject | Psychiatric hospitals -- California |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27527 |
| Release Date | Dec 13, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 398 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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