Tag: before and after lobotomy

The lobotomy, a surgical procedure in which connections to and from the prefrontal cortex of the brain are severed, was once considered a common treatment for mental illness in the early to mid-20th century. The procedure was believed to alleviate symptoms of conditions such as schizophrenia, depression, and anxiety, but its effectiveness and ethical implications …

The lobotomy, a surgical procedure that involves disconnecting certain areas of the brain, was once commonly used to treat a variety of mental illnesses and disorders. It reached its peak of popularity in the mid-20th century, with over 50,000 lobotomies performed in the United States alone. Despite its initial acclaim, lobotomy has since been widely …