Clifford Whittingham Beers
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Clifford Whittingham Beers was a pioneering American mental health advocate and author, best known for his autobiography 'A Mind That Found Itself'. Born in 1876, Beers experienced significant mental health challenges, including a nervous breakdown that led to his hospitalization in a psychiatric facility. His experiences during this period were harrowing and opened his eyes to the inhumane treatment of individuals with mental illnesses. Beers's journey through madness and recovery inspired him to become a vocal advocate for mental health reform.
Nationalität
Amerikaner
Geburtsdatum
March 30, 1876
Geburtsort
New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Todesdatum
March 12, 1943
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