Under Stress

Under Stress

Under Stress

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Under Stress

1964

0h 26m

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Overview

Shows new methods in treating those afflicted with mental health issues. Contrasts past treatment regimes where people were locked away out of sight with the new, 1960s, psychiatric ideas of "group therapy" and talking therapy. Also shows practical behaviours aimed at returning patients to productive lives in society and outpatient services.

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National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA)

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Nigel Lovell

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Ernie Bourne

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