Faith in Freedom Libertarian Principles and Psychiatric Practices By: Thomas Szasz Publisher: Routledge Print ISBN: 9780765802446, 0765802449 eText ISBN: 9781351520744, 1351520741 Edition: 1st Copyright year: 2004 Format: EPUB Available from $ 19.58 USD SKU 9781351520744R90 The libertarian philosophy of freedom is characterized by two fundamental beliefs: the right to be left alone and the duty to leave others alone. Psychiatric practice routinely violates both of these beliefs. It is based on the notion that self-ownership—exemplified by suicide—is a not an inherent right, but a privilege subject to the review of psychiatrists as representatives of society. In Faith in Freedom, Thomas Szasz raises fundamental questions about psychiatric practices that inhibit an individual's right to freedom. His questions are fundamental. Is suicide an exercise of rightful self-ownership or a manifestation of mental disorde Download ebook: https://ouo.io/gWbYsaU
