The Philosophy of Psychiatry by Jennifer Radden
This Companion is a comprehensive resource of new essays by leading thinkers on the newly emerging interdisciplinary field of the philosophy of psychiatry. The contributors define the field and highlight the philosophical assumptions that underlie psychiatric theory and practice.
"The publication of this book is a major event in the ongoing development of the field...a significant accomplishment...it simultaneously represents, announces, and consolidates the arrival of an exciting new field."--Metapsychology Online Book Reviews
"Highly recommended."--Choice
"Highly recommended."--Choice
Jennifer Radden received her doctorate in philosophy from Oxford University and is Professor and Chair in the Philosophy Department at the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Her published research is on moral and conceptual issues arising out of the theory and practice of psychiatry.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780195313277 |
| ISBN 10 | 0195313275 |
| Title | The Philosophy of Psychiatry |
| Author | Jennifer Radden |
| Series | International Perspectives In Philosophy And Psychiatry |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press Inc |
| Year published | 2007-01-18 |
| Number of pages | 480 |
| Prizes | Winner of A Choice Outstanding Academic Title for 2005. |
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