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William T. Carpenter

b. 1953

American psychiatrist

Psychiatrist Researcher Scientist
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About William T. Carpenter

Born 1953. William T. Carpenter is an American psychiatrist, researcher and scientist, known for Expert witness, John W. Hinckley and Schizophrenia.

William T. Carpenter is an American psychiatrist, a pioneer in the fields of psychiatry and pharmacology who served as an expert witness in the John W. Hinckley trial for the attempted assassination of U.S. President Ronald Reagan. His primary professional interest is in severe mental illness, especially schizophrenia, to the prevention and treatment of which he has made significant contributions in psychopathology, assessment methodology, testing of new treatments, and research ethics.

Early life Carpenter was raised in Rutherfordton, North Carolina, a farming community between Asheville and Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Important facts

Born
1953
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Psychiatrist, researcher, Scientist
Nationality
United States
Known for
Expert witness, John W. Hinckley, Schizophrenia
Education
Wake Forest School of Medicine, University of Rochester, Wake Forest University, Wofford College
Employers
University of Maryland, National Institute of Mental Health
Awards
Strecker Award; Sarnat Prize; SIRS Lifetime Achievement Award; Pardes Humanitarian Prize in Mental Health
Also known as
William T Carpenter, William Carpenter

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Frequently asked questions

Who is William T. Carpenter?

American psychiatrist

When was William T. Carpenter born?

William T. Carpenter was born in 1953.

What is William T. Carpenter's occupation?

William T. Carpenter is a psychiatrist, researcher and scientist.

What is William T. Carpenter known for?

William T. Carpenter is known for Expert witness, John W. Hinckley and Schizophrenia.

What nationality is William T. Carpenter?

William T. Carpenter is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: William T. Carpenter

· Wikidata: Q8019043

· DBpedia: William T. Carpenter

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