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Insane Asylum, Columbus, O[hio], between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
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Insane Asylum, Columbus, O[hio], between 1900 and 1906. Creator: Unknown
Insane Asylum, Columbus, O[hio], between 1900 and 1906
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8 X 10 In Asylum Columbus Ohio United States Of America Dry Plate Negative Grounds Historic Building Hospital Illness Madhouse Mental Hospital Mental Illness Mentally Ill Psychiatric Hospital
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This hauntingly beautiful photograph captures the exterior of the Columbus State Hospital for the Insane in Columbus, Ohio, between 1900 and 1906. The image, created as a dry plate or glass negative, offers a glimpse into the past of mental health care in America during the early 1900s. The imposing structure, with its grand arches and intricate detailing, once served as a refuge for those suffering from mental illness. The sprawling grounds, visible in the background, provided a peaceful respite for patients, offering them a chance to connect with nature and engage in therapeutic activities. Despite its impressive architecture, the Columbus State Hospital for the Insane was not without controversy. At the time, mental health care was often shrouded in stigma, and institutions like this one were seen as places of confinement rather than care. Patients were subjected to questionable treatments, including electroshock therapy and lobotomies. Today, this historic building stands as a reminder of the evolution of mental health care in America. The Columbus State Hospital for the Insane, now known as the Ohio State Hospital, continues to provide essential services to those in need, utilizing evidence-based treatments and a patient-centered approach. This photograph, from the collections of the Library of Congress, offers a unique perspective on the past, inviting us to reflect on the complex history of mental health care in our country.
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