Research

Overview of the Records

Repository:

New York State Archives
New York State Education Department
Cultural Education Center
Albany, NY 12230

Summary:
This series consists of one shock therapy treatment log recording approximately 3,000 treatment sessions. Each daily entry lists names and technical data for patients receiving shock therapy. Remarks are also frequently included, usually concerning reasons why no treatment was given or when treatment was instituted or terminated.
Creator:
Title:
Shock therapy treatment log
Quantity:

0.1 cubic feet

(1 volume)

Inclusive Dates:
1948-1949
Series Number:
B1588