Bradshaw's Diagnosis: The Lack of Proportion in Septimus Smith's Mind

🧩Septimus Smith's mental breakdown is characterized by a lack of proportion, causing him to fixate on minor details while ignoring larger issues.

🔎Dr. Bradshaw fails to recognize the seriousness of Septimus' condition, dismissing his symptoms and recommending a rest home as a quick fix.

🏨Septimus vehemently rejects the idea of going to a rest home, believing he is more educated than Bradshaw and that confinement would not help him.

💔Septimus feels abandoned and failed by Bradshaw, further exacerbating his sense of isolation and despair.

🔑The theme of proportion and the loss of individuality is prevalent in the interactions between characters, highlighting societal expectations and the limitations of seeking conformity.

What is Septimus Smith seeking help for?

—Septimus Smith is seeking help for a severe breakdown caused by haunting visions and feelings of guilt.

What does Dr. Bradshaw diagnose Septimus with?

—Dr. Bradshaw diagnoses Septimus with a lack of proportion, where he fixates on minor details and fails to see the bigger picture.

What does Dr. Bradshaw recommend for Septimus' treatment?

—Dr. Bradshaw recommends a rest home for Septimus, believing it will help restore his proportion and heal his mental state.

How does Septimus react to the suggestion of going to a rest home?

—Septimus vehemently rejects the idea of going to a rest home, believing he is more educated than Dr. Bradshaw and that confinement would not help him.

How does Septimus feel about Dr. Bradshaw's treatment?

—Septimus feels abandoned and failed by Dr. Bradshaw, further worsening his sense of isolation and despair.

00:01[Music] - The video begins with a musical introduction.

00:09Septimus Smith visits Dr. Bradshaw of Mrs. Dalloway at noon.

00:14The Warren Smiths arrive for their appointment with Dr. Bradshaw.

00:20Dr. Bradshaw is known for treating the rich and has a great reputation.

00:24Dr. Bradshaw diagnoses Septimus with a severe breakdown.

01:01Septimus insists that he has committed a crime and is condemned by human nature.

01:08Dr. Bradshaw recommends a rest home for Septimus' treatment.

01:34Septimus can't remember his crime when asked by Dr. Bradshaw.