Madness, Malingering, and Malfeasance: The Transformation of Psychiatry and the Law in the Civil War Era

Title: Madness, Malingering, and Malfeasance: The Transformation of Psychiatry and the Law in the Civil War Era
Author: R Gregory Lande Ed.
ISBN: 9781574883527
Publisher: Brassey's Inc
Published: 2003
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
Edition: 1
Number of Pages: 256
Section: History | United States | Civil War Period (1850-1877)
Publisher Description: Lande, deputy and director of professional services of the William S. Hall Psychiatric Institute, describes the efforts of medical and legal professionals and the US government to cope with insubordination, substance abuse, and crime in the Civil War-era military. B&w historical photos are included.