Royal Derwent Hospital

The Royal Derwent Hospital (pronunciation: /ˈrɔɪəl ˈdɛrwɪnt ˈhɒspɪtəl/) was a large psychiatric hospital located in New Norfolk, Tasmania, Australia. The hospital was operational from 1827 to 2000 and was the oldest and longest running mental institution in Australia.

Etymology

The name "Royal Derwent" is derived from two sources. "Royal" is a term often used in the naming of institutions to indicate a status of high importance or significance. "Derwent" is derived from the River Derwent, a major river in Tasmania, near which the hospital was located.

History

The Royal Derwent Hospital was originally established as a part of the Willow Court complex, which was a facility for the mentally ill. Over the years, the hospital expanded and became a separate entity. The hospital was known for its progressive treatments and was a pioneer in the field of psychiatry in Australia.

Related Terms

Psychiatric hospital: A hospital specializing in the treatment of serious mental disorders.
New Norfolk: A town in Tasmania, Australia, where the Royal Derwent Hospital was located.
Willow Court: A complex of mental health facilities in New Norfolk, Tasmania, of which the Royal Derwent Hospital was a part.
Psychiatry: The branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.

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Royal Derwent Hospital