Charles Eugène de Séguin

Charles Eugène de Séguin was a French-born American physician and pioneer in mental health treatment during the 19th century. He specialized in caring for children and young people with mental illnesses, advocating for compassionate, humane approaches rather than harsh treatments. His work emphasized understanding the emotional and developmental needs of young patients, contributing to early ideas of modern child psychiatry. De Séguin's approach helped shift the view of mental illness toward more empathetic and individualized care, influencing future practices in mental health treatment for youth.