An enquiry into the causes producing the extraordinary addition to the number of insane : together with extended observations on the cure of insanity ; with hints as to the better management of public asylums for insane persons, directed with a view to their more immediate relief; as well as the diminution of the charges appropriated to their support. To which are annexed, some necessary observations in reply to Doctor Andrew Halliday's "Remarks on the present state of the lunatic asylums in Ireland" / by William Saunders Hallaran.

  • Hallaran, William Saunders.
Date:
1810
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Credit: An enquiry into the causes producing the extraordinary addition to the number of insane : together with extended observations on the cure of insanity ; with hints as to the better management of public asylums for insane persons, directed with a view to their more immediate relief; as well as the diminution of the charges appropriated to their support. To which are annexed, some necessary observations in reply to Doctor Andrew Halliday's "Remarks on the present state of the lunatic asylums in Ireland" / by William Saunders Hallaran. Source: Wellcome Collection.

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