Soviet Psychiatry is a book written by Joseph Wortis that provides an in-depth analysis of the history, theories, and practices of psychiatry in the Soviet Union. The book covers the period from the early 1920s to the mid-1970s and discusses the political and social factors that influenced the development of Soviet psychiatry. Wortis examines the role of psychiatry in Soviet society, including its use as a tool of political repression and the ways in which it was used to control dissidents and other perceived enemies of the state. The book also explores the various theories and treatment methods used by Soviet psychiatrists, including the controversial practice of using drugs to treat mental illness. Throughout the book, Wortis draws on a wide range of sources, including interviews with Soviet psychiatrists, government documents, and personal accounts from patients who underwent treatment in Soviet psychiatric hospitals. He provides a nuanced and detailed account of Soviet psychiatry that sheds light on the complex relationship between medicine, politics, and society in the Soviet Union. Overall, Soviet Psychiatry is an important work of scholarship that offers a comprehensive examination of a little-known aspect of Soviet history. It will be of interest to scholars of Russian and Soviet history, as well as to anyone interested in the history of psychiatry and the ways in which medical practices can be used for political ends.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.