The Anatomy of Suicide by Forbes Winslow

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Author Winslow, Forbes, 1810-1874
LoC No. 10020955
Title The Anatomy of Suicide
Note Reading ease score: 54.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits E-text prepared by Chris Curnow, Turgut Dincer, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http: //www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https: //archive.org)
Summary "The Anatomy of Suicide" by Forbes Winslow is a scientific treatise written in the early 19th century. The work delves into the medical and philosophical aspects of suicide, arguing that the propensity for self-destruction is significantly influenced by mental and physical health. Winslow aims to explore the causes and implications of suicide, presenting it not merely as a moral failing but as a complex interplay of psychological and physiological disorders. The opening of the treatise introduces Winslow's motivation for exploring this important topic, stemming from a paper he presented to the Westminster Medical Society that sparked significant discussion among medical professionals. He underscores the necessity of viewing suicide through a medical lens, challenging the prevailing notion that those who commit suicide retain full mental faculties. Winslow reflects on historical perspectives of suicide, highlighting examples from antiquity to illustrate how cultural attitudes towards the act have evolved, ultimately asserting that understanding its medical implications is essential for both prevention and treatment. Additionally, he expresses gratitude to various scholars who have influenced his thoughts on the complex nature of suicide, indicating his intention to bring greater awareness and insight into this critical issue. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class HV: Social sciences: Social pathology, Social and Public Welfare
Subject Suicide
Category Text
EBook-No. 50907
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Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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