Walter Jackson Freeman II
Walter Jackson Freeman II[edit | edit source]
Walter Jackson Freeman II (November 14, 1895 – May 31, 1972) was an American physician, best known for his role in popularizing the lobotomy, a controversial psychiatric treatment. Freeman's work in the field of neurology and psychiatry marked a significant, though contentious, period in the history of mental health treatment.
Background[edit | edit source]
Walter Jackson Freeman II was born on November 14, 1895. He embarked on a medical career that would become notable for his strong advocacy and widespread use of the lobotomy procedure.
Education and Career[edit | edit source]
- Freeman received his medical degree and underwent training in neurology and psychiatry.
- He was particularly interested in the treatment of mental illnesses and sought out surgical methods to address psychiatric conditions.
Lobotomy and Its Development[edit | edit source]
- Freeman was instrumental in popularizing the lobotomy procedure in the United States.
- He developed and refined techniques, including the transorbital lobotomy, which he believed could treat various mental disorders.
Controversies and Legacy[edit | edit source]
Freeman's methods and the lobotomy procedure itself were the subjects of considerable controversy.
Ethical and Medical Concerns[edit | edit source]
- The lobotomy was criticized for its drastic and often harmful effects on patients.
- Freeman's approach and disregard for the emerging ethical standards in medical practice were widely debated.
Impact on Psychiatry[edit | edit source]
- Despite the controversy, Freeman's work had a significant impact on psychiatry and neurology.
- He contributed to the dialogue on mental health treatment and its ethical implications.
Decline and End of Career[edit | edit source]
- With the advent of antipsychotic drugs in the 1950s, the use of lobotomy declined.
- Freeman's practices were increasingly criticized, leading to a decline in his influence and the cessation of his surgical activities.
External Links[edit | edit source]
- National Center for Biotechnology Information: The Rise and Fall of the Prefrontal Lobotomy
- Britannica: Walter Jackson Freeman II.
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