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Publication of Traité médico-philosophique
- When
- 1801
- Where
- unspecified
Pinel published his treatise on mental alienation in 1801, outlining a psychologically oriented approach to mental illness.
The book discussed his psychologically oriented approach, emphasizing that treatment must be tailored to individual patients rather than solely based on diagnostic categories. It highlighted the importance of understanding the person's perspective and history.
Sources
- Philippe Pinel Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-29
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