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Hospital of Stirling District Asylum (Bellsdyke Hospital), L
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Hospital of Stirling District Asylum (Bellsdyke Hospital), L
The Hospital section of Stirling District Asylum (later renamed Bellsdyke Hospital). Date: circa 1913
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Asylum Renamed Section Stirling
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This evocative photograph captures the Hospital Section of Stirling District Asylum, later known as Bellsdyke Hospital, around the year 1913. The Asylum, located in Bellsdyke, Stirling, Scotland, was established in 1853 to provide care and support for individuals with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities. The hospital was originally designed to accommodate 250 patients, but its population grew significantly over the years. The image shows a serene and orderly scene, with patients engaging in various activities within the hospital grounds. Some are seen tending to the garden, while others are gathered around a table, possibly for a group therapy session. The hospital buildings, with their red sandstone walls and tall, arched windows, loom in the background. The overall atmosphere is one of calm and structure, reflecting the therapeutic approach of the time. By the early 20th century, the Asylum had undergone several expansions to accommodate the increasing number of patients. The hospital's reputation for providing high-quality care and compassionate treatment attracted patients from all over Scotland and beyond. However, the conditions and treatments used at the time, while well-intentioned, were often harsh and ineffective by today's standards. Despite its challenges, the Hospital Section of Stirling District Asylum played a crucial role in the care and support of those with mental health conditions and intellectual disabilities during a time when such services were scarce. The photograph serves as a poignant reminder of the history and evolution of mental health care in Scotland.
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