Julius Chambers, a Journalist of the New York Tribune, Had Himself Committed to an Asylum in 1872. His Account Led to the Release of 12 Patients who were Not Mentally Ill.

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Julius Chambers was an American author, editor, journalist, travel writer, and anti-psychiatric-abuse activist. Did you know how did Julius Chambers change the laws that governed asylums?  In 1872, New York Tribune reporter Julius Chambers was committed to an asylum. His account resulted in the release of 12 patients who were not mentally ill, a reorganization […]

Julius Chambers, a Journalist of the New York Tribune, Had Himself Committed to an Asylum in 1872. His Account Led to the Release of 12 Patients who were Not Mentally Ill. Read More »