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Care and Custody: Past Responses to Mental Health explores how society has responded to people with mental health conditions in the United States throughout history.
Care and Custody: Past Responses to Mental Health explores how society has responded to people with mental health conditions in the United States throughout history.
By creating exhibitions about the social and cultural history of science and medicine, we encourage visitors of all ages to learn more about themselves and their communities. These exhibitions and supportive resources engage diverse audiences and connect visitors to National Library of Medicine trusted health information resources.