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[Madness in freedom: experiences in Crato-CE (1930-1970)]
Cleide Correia de Oliveira1, Francisca Bezerra de Oliveira, Maria Lucinete Fortunato
1Departamento de Enfermagem, Universidade Regional do Cariri-URCA/Crato-CE.
Revista Brasileira De Enfermagem
|December 25, 2003
Summary
This study explores the diverse experiences of madness in Crato, challenging traditional psychiatric isolation. Findings reveal a multiplicity of narratives that transcend the conventional psychiatric paradigm.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- History
- Psychiatry
Context:
- Social-historical study utilizing oral (semi-structured interviews) and written documental sources.
- Interpretation informed by Foucault's archeological studies on the history of madness.
- Examines themes of psychiatric madness and psychiatric reform.
Purpose:
- To identify and narrate the experience of meaningful characters within the social imaginary of madness.
- To analyze the historical and social construction of madness.
- To explore the diversity of experiences related to mental health.
Summary:
- The narration of madness in Crato reveals a multiplicity of experiences, moving beyond the traditional psychiatric paradigm that advocates for the isolation of individuals with mental illness.
- Analysis based on Foucault's work highlights the social and historical construction of madness.
- Findings indicate a diversity that challenges the singular, isolationist approach to mental health.
Impact:
- Contributes to a broader understanding of the social imaginary of madness.
- Challenges the traditional psychiatric paradigm by highlighting diverse experiences.
- Informs the debate on the role of nursing professionals in psychiatric and mental health care.