Textbook of Insanity: Based on Clinical Observations; For Practitioners and Students of Medicine (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Comprehensive guide to the study and treatment of madness This text offers a clear, clinical look at psychology and psychopathology, designed to help students and practitioners understand cases of insanity from a practical, evidence-based perspective. The English edition aims to preserve the author’s original meaning while making complex ideas accessible.

The work covers the full scope of psychiatry, from introductory concepts to the historical development of the science, and it details the general pathology, causes, course, prognosis, and therapy of insanity. It presents a structured view of diagnosis, treatment options, and the organization of care in mental health settings, making it a valuable reference for clinical study and daily practice.

- Learn how insanity is classified, diagnosed, and described across different forms and stages.
- Explore the interplay of physiological, psychological, and social factors in mental disease.
- Review treatment approaches, including general and somatic therapies, as well as approaches to convalescence and prognosis.
- Understand the role of prevention, hospital care, and patient management in comprehensive psychiatric care.

Ideal for readers of medical texts who seek a thorough, historically informed guide to insanity and its management.

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