In the early 20thC poor food, bad housing conditions and overwork inevitably led to poor health which in turn produced mental stress and, untreated, what was then termed nervous breakdown. No help was available to the poor until their condition worsened to the extent that they could be certified as mentally insane and committed to an asylum for treatment at the state's expense.
Dr Boyle had the insight to understand that early intercession, including treatment for physical problems, by sympathetic female doctors could do much to relieve suffering.
The unveiling at 101 Roundhill Crescent by the City Mayor was preceded by addresses from:-
Roger Amerena, Chairman, Brighton & Hove Commemorative Plaque Panel.
Worshipful the Mayor, Cllr. Alan Robins.
Caroline Lucas MP, (read by Vivien Elliades)
Cast members of "Clean"*.
Rachael Kenny, Dir. Mental Health Services, BHT Sussex.
Anna McDevitt, MIND.
Angelika Wydra, Healthwatch Brighton & Hove.
Hon. Alderman Brian Fitch, Vice Chariman , Brighton & Hove Heritage Commission.
See also: A Plaque to Dr. Helen Boyle
