Philippe Pinel
French psychiatrist (1745–1826)
1745 — 1826
Quick Facts
Profession
French psychiatrist (1745–1826)
Born
April 20, 1745
Died
1826 (age ~81)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
physician, psychologist, psychiatrist
FranceBorn in JonquièresDied in Paris
1745
Born in Jonquières (1745-04-20)
1804
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1826
Died in Paris
About
Philippe Pinel was a French physician, precursor of psychiatry and incidentally a zoologist. He was instrumental in the development of a more humane psychological approach to the custody and care of psychiatric patients, referred to today as moral therapy. He worked for the abolition of the shackling of mental patients by chains and, more generally, for the humanisation of their treatment. He also made notable contributions to the classification of mental disorders and has been described by some as "the father of modern psychiatry".
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Who is Philippe Pinel?+
Philippe Pinel was a French physician, precursor of psychiatry and incidentally a zoologist. He was instrumental in the development of a more humane psychological approach to the custody and care of psychiatric patients, referred to today as moral therapy. He worked for the abolition of the shacklin
What does the name Philippe mean?+
The name Philippe means "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is of French origin.
When was Philippe Pinel born?+
Philippe Pinel was born on April 20, 1745.
When did Philippe Pinel die?+
Philippe Pinel died in 1826, at approximately 81 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre
The name Philippe is of French origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is traditionally a male name.
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Philippe — April 20, 1745
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Taurus
Reliable, patient, devoted
Earth · Venus · Apr 20 – May 20
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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