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Title
- Historical background and research files
Series Number
- B1440
Summary
- This series consists of various records considered to be historical that were collected or retained by the Willard Asylum for the Insane (later Willard State Hospital and Willard Psychiatric Center). Records include chapel books; hospital rules and regulations; patient and staff handbooks; orientation material; histories of Willard facilities; biographies of founders and officials; training materials; legal documents and photographs of groups and activities. Also included are early reference works on psychoanalysis, demonic possession, hysteria epidemics, and double consciousness.
Creator
- Willard Psychiatric Center (N.Y.)
Access Restrictions
- There are no restrictions regarding access to or use of the material.
Title
- Willard Psychiatric Center administrative records
Series Number
- B1470
Summary
- These records include newsletters, circular letters, and memorandums relating to administrative policies, procedures, and activities distributed to Willard State Hospital (later Willard Psychiatric Center) by the Department of Mental Hygiene. Also included are statistical reports; lists of patients' property on admission; death register books; diphtheria and syphilis test results; and a register of reported diseases. The department's newsletter, "Mental Hygiene News," contains news of staff changes; activities; and mental health related topics. Records are partially restricted.
Creator
- Willard Psychiatric Center (N.Y.)
Access Restrictions
- Records identifying patients are restricted in accordance with Mental Hygiene Law, Section 33.13, relating to confidentiality of clinical records. Access is permitted under certain conditions upon approval by the Office of Mental Health.