Name: Asylum
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1975-03-12
Duration: 1 h 35 min
Rating: 6.8
Cast: R.D. Laing, Leon Redler, David Bell

There used to be two theraputic nhs communities run like self contained large families , more structure and responsibilities than the 'asylum' . Primarily to treat patients with personality disorders of one kind or another as they are resistant to almost all other forms of treatment.

Personality disorders ( I think its understood by some) stem from lack of attachment in childhood . Parents may be present but show no love and do not bond with the child. A sort of re-parenting , going back and providing unconditional love acceptance and understanding, seemed to be at work in the nhs facilities and I think this may be a part of what is at work in the terraced asylum house.

This is no quick fix , there is the possibility of real change but its definitely a long term plan.

The documentary is a form of non-fiction storytelling that aims to present factual information, insights, and perspectives on real-world subjects, events, issues, or people. Documentaries can cover a wide range of topics, including history, science, culture, social issues, nature, biographies, and more.

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