Hello! I’m currently writing a paper on the influence epistemic injustice had on women psychiatric admissions and treatment during the Victorian era, relating it to the progression of women’s rights. I’ve found a wonderful primary source in the testimony of Elizabeth Packard, as well as some great secondary sources, but I’m hitting a bit of a research wall. What are some notable figures or what would be some accessible sources in this area? Apologies if this question is not suitable to the sub; please let me know if this is not an appropriate question and I will remove it. Thank you in advance!
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