noun a garment shaped like a jacket with long sleeves that is used to bind the arms tightly against the body as a means of restraining a violent person
Frequently depicted in media as a visual symbol of madness, confinement, or being out of control, often used in horror or psychological thriller genres.
Commonly used in literature to symbolize confinement, restraint, or oppression, often in metaphorical or allegorical contexts.
Historically used as a tool for restraint and confinement, particularly in the context of asylums and institutions for the mentally ill.
Used in discussions of mental health and psychiatric treatment to refer to a garment designed to restrain a person's arms and torso, often used on patients exhibiting violent or self-destructive behavior.
In the field of medicine, a straitjacket may be mentioned in the context of historical treatments for mental illness or as a metaphor for restrictive practices in healthcare.
Relevant in discussions of criminal justice systems and the use of restraints on individuals deemed a danger to themselves or others.
In literature, a straitjacket may be used as a metaphor for restrictions or limitations on creativity or expression.
Psychologists may use straitjackets as a symbol of mental health issues or confinement in therapeutic contexts.
Psychiatrists may refer to straitjackets when discussing historical methods of restraining patients with mental illnesses.
Costume designers may use straitjackets as inspiration for creating theatrical or film costumes for characters in asylums or mental health settings.