Colony Treatment of the Insane and Other Defectives

The paper outlines a colony model that places patients in farm‑style outbuildings affiliated with a central hospital to create home‑like surroundings and provide structured, meaningful employment. It describes implementation details including building arrangement, recommended colony size, selection and grouping of residents, and a range of agricultural and domestic tasks offered while encouraging individual choice. The author reports observed outcomes such as increased activity, improved morale, development of practical skills and occasional marked recoveries, and concludes with practical lessons and management recommendations for adapting the colony approach.