Once revered as a great humanitarian, Truby King has recently been characterised as a eugenicist. Seeing him in the context of his times might restore some balance.
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Humans have attempted to understand and treat mental illness for centuries – from ancient Greek medicine, Middle Ages exorcisms and the rise of asylums, to modern medical breakthroughs.
Even the Victorians knew the powerful effect music has on mental health.
Effects of violence and forced migration on survivors’ mental health have not been acknowledged, despite the trauma being passed down generations.
Sending mentally ill adults and children long distances for care is unacceptable and must end.
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Honorary Fellow, Department of Health Sciences, University of York
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Emeritus Professor in Psychiatry, The University of Melbourne
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Professor of Psychology, The University of Melbourne
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Professor of Music, The Open University
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Professor of Psychiatry, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru, India
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Professor Emerita of History, University of Otago