Movie Description

Under Stress

(1964)

Overview

Shows new methods in treating those afflicted with mental health issues. Contrasts past treatment regimes where people were locked away out of sight with the new, 1960s, psychiatric ideas of "group therapy" and talking therapy. Also shows practical behaviours aimed at returning patients to productive lives in society and outpatient services.

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Original TitleUnder Stress

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1964-01-01

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 00h 26m

Homepagehttps://www.acmi.net.au/works/74158--under-stress/

Production CompaniesAustralian Commonwealth Film Unit,Australian National Film Board,National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA)

Genres

  • Documentary
  • Drama