As to aliensts, my understanding is that it follows from the early view that psychiatric patients were in a state of "alienation" and in need of the services of an alienist.
Aside: There is a good historical novel set in New York City titled The Alienist by Caleb Carr. Steven Hall Instructor of Psychology Butte Community College CSU-Chico [EMAIL PROTECTED] --- To make changes to your subscription contact: Bill Southerly ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
