History of Psychiatry is an academic journal focused on the historical field of psychiatry that provides a platform for researchers to delve into historical perspectives on the medical, cultural, social, and policy issues associated with mental illness. The journal strives to be the authoritative publication for the study of the history of psychiatry, covering all historical periods from ancient times to the present day, as well as relevant research in all countries and cultural contexts around the world.

The research articles, analyses, and information published in these journals focus not only on the evolution of mental disorders themselves, but also on human understanding of these disorders, the development of treatments, and society's response to and policy development for people with mental illness. These studies help to shed light on how psychiatric knowledge evolves over time, as well as changes in culture and social values. A multidisciplinary approach to research is encouraged, combining theories and methods from the fields of history, medical history, psychology, sociology, anthropology and cultural studies. This interdisciplinary integration contributes to a deeper understanding of the history and current situation of mental illness from different perspectives.