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Freedom is (still today) therapeutic: centenary and continuing relevance of Franco Basaglia

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Franco Basaglia (1924-1980) has a particular relevance to psychiatry today as he combined social critique with psychiatric reform. In the new 'metacommunity' era in psychiatry, his radical and critical thinking provides important tools, as does his enduring message that 'freedom is (still today) therapeutic'.

Source: The British Journal of Psychiatry

DOI: 10.1192/bjp.2024.294

Authors: Angelo Fioritti, Graham Ash, George Ikkos, Tommaso Squeri

Institutions: Azienda USL di Bologna, Royal College of Psychiatrists, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Addenbrooke's Hospital

Language: English

Topic: Historical Psychiatry and Medical Practices

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: bronze

OpenAlex ID: W4408632645