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LoC No.: 07034126
Title: Essay on the Classification of the Insane
Note: Reading ease score: 41.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the [1837] John Taylor edition by David Price
Summary: "Essay on the Classification of the Insane" by M. Allen is a scientific publication likely written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the classification and treatment of individuals with mental illnesses, aiming to dispel common misconceptions about insanity and advocating for a more humane and informed approach to mental health care. The author's emphasis on the moral and medical treatment of the insane reflects a progressive understanding of mental health during this era. The opening of the essay presents Allen's reflections on the necessity of classification in the treatment of the insane, stemming from his experiences at his medical establishments. He discusses the need for a structured regime that allows for the nuanced handling of various mental health conditions while noting the importance of the environment and conditions under which patients are cared for. Allen emphasizes the value of individual attention and the careful management of patients in their recovery process. Throughout the beginning portion, he shares anecdotes that illustrate the effectiveness of his methods, illustrating both the complexities of mental illness and the potential for recovery through compassionate care. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Allen, M. (Physician), 1783-1845
EBook No.: 58152
Published: Oct 22, 2018
Downloads: 44
Language: English
Subject: Mental illness
LoCC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 07034126
Title: Essay on the Classification of the Insane
Note: Reading ease score: 41.0 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Credits: Transcribed from the [1837] John Taylor edition by David Price
Summary: "Essay on the Classification of the Insane" by M. Allen is a scientific publication likely written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the classification and treatment of individuals with mental illnesses, aiming to dispel common misconceptions about insanity and advocating for a more humane and informed approach to mental health care. The author's emphasis on the moral and medical treatment of the insane reflects a progressive understanding of mental health during this era. The opening of the essay presents Allen's reflections on the necessity of classification in the treatment of the insane, stemming from his experiences at his medical establishments. He discusses the need for a structured regime that allows for the nuanced handling of various mental health conditions while noting the importance of the environment and conditions under which patients are cared for. Allen emphasizes the value of individual attention and the careful management of patients in their recovery process. Throughout the beginning portion, he shares anecdotes that illustrate the effectiveness of his methods, illustrating both the complexities of mental illness and the potential for recovery through compassionate care. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Allen, M. (Physician), 1783-1845
EBook No.: 58152
Published: Oct 22, 2018
Downloads: 44
Language: English
Subject: Mental illness
LoCC: Medicine: Internal medicine
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.