The Sleep Room

"The Sleep Room" is a compelling exposé that investigates the chilling psychiatric practices of Dr. William Sargant at London’s Royal Waterloo Hospital in the 1960s, where vulnerable women underwent invasive and often harmful treatments. The book uncovers Sargant’s influence in post-war Britain, his controversial links with intelligence agencies, and the long-term impact of his experiments on patients. Richly researched and vividly detailed, it sheds light on a dark chapter in medical history, revealing the stories of those affected and the broader scandals surrounding psychiatric abuse.