Psychiatric history in the northwest: insight into 200 years of change

Psychiatric history in the northwest: insight into 200 years of change

In the spell of the mind - an exciting chapter of the history of psychiatric history will blossom in the tranquil city of Vechta on October 24 and 25, 2024! The Lower Saxony State Archives Department Oldenburg becomes the setting for a gripping workshop that deals with the dark and fascinating aspects of psychiatric healing art in the northwest. Not only the past is illuminated here, but also outlined the perspectives for the future of research.

This event, part of the research project "Between care and coercion", offers a deep insight into the development of psychiatric treatment methods - from the beginning in the 19th century to modern psychiatry. Experienced scientists and historians will talk about private and state medicinal and nursing institutions in Lower Saxony and Bremen. In addition, cultural -historical case studies are on the program that examine how to deal with mental illness from the late Middle Ages to the early modern period. A fascinating and free event that invites all those interested in the complex relationship between social norms and mental disorders.

important details about the workshop

Participation in this unique workshop is free of charge - but registration is required! Interested parties can register on the email address conference@nla.niedersachsen.de. Be there when history becomes alive and discover how society dealt with mental suffering and what teachings we can draw for the future!