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OverviewOriginally published in 1985, this book provides a philosophical analysis of the concepts of madness and moral responsibility. It challenges the view that because they are victims of mental illness, the insane should not be blamed for actions resulting from their condition. The author urges a return to the neglected equation between madness and a want of reason, arguing that the impulse to excuse the criminally insane must be grounded in an appeal to their irrationality and unreasonableness. Through meticulous examination of the psychological states and behaviour patterns of major mental abnormalities, such as schizophrenia and depression, the author develops a notion of exculpating unreason. This is an interdisciplinary book which encompasses analytical philosophy, abnormal psychology and law. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Jennifer RaddenPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Weight: 0.349kg ISBN: 9780367500054ISBN 10: 0367500051 Pages: 188 Publication Date: 01 June 2022 Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , General , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationJennifer Radden is Professor emerita of Philosophy at the University of Massachusetts, Boston. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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