A Mind That Found Itself

"A Mind That Found Itself" by Clifford Whittingham Beers

A groundbreaking memoir of mental health advocacy, A Mind That Found Itself chronicles Beers’ harrowing journey through institutionalization and recovery. Written with raw honesty, it exposes the brutal conditions of early 20th-century asylums while advocating for compassionate reform. A pivotal work that helped shape modern psychiatry, this book remains a powerful testament to resilience and the fight for humane treatment. Essential reading for anyone interested in mental health history and social justice.