Abstract
Thailand, unlike many Asian countries, never experienced colonial or imperial subjection and thus lacked the portal through which psychiatric services usually gained entry. As a result, progress in this field was initially slow. The first mental hospital was established in 1889, a century later than in India. The country has been fortunate inasmuch as it has been spared involvement in the wars, revolutions, and other social upheavals that have plagued Asia in the 20th century. Recent national stability and impressive economic growth have provided a sound base for the development of health services, and progress has been rapid in comparison with many neighbouring countries. Due attention has been paid to family planning, maternity and child welfare services. The provision of comprehensive primary health care in urban and rural areas is improving all the time. The education of children is universally regarded as important. Schooling is compulsory and attendance satisfactory.
Highlights
There are several child guidance services in Bangkok but only one outside
American influence is in evidence and there are strong links with the University of North Carolina's Department of Psychology
There is world-wide agreement that services for mentally handicapped children should be located in the community and moves are being made in this direction
Summary
Unlike many Asian countries, never experienced colonial or imperial subjection and lacked the portal through which psychiatric services usually gained entry. The first mental hospital was established in 1889, a century later than in India. The country has been fortunate inasmuch as it has been spared involvement in the wars, revolutions, and other social upheavals that have plagued Asia in the 20th century. Recent national stability and impressive economic growth have provided a sound base for the development of health services, and progress has been rapid in comparison with many neighbouring countries. Buddhism is a pervasive influence affecting individual, family and community life in many and diverse ways. The state formally sanctions the system, recognising the need of young people to take stock of themselves and the world around theine The great majority return to everyday life after a period of months, no doubt mentally enriched by their experiences
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