The Commonsense Psychiatry Of Dr. Adolf Meyer: Fifty-Two Selected Papers, With Biographical Narrative (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781164515845)

The Commonsense Psychiatry Of Dr. Adolf Meyer is a collection of fifty-two selected papers written by Dr. Adolf Meyer, a prominent psychiatrist and one of the founders of modern psychiatry. The book also includes a biographical narrative about Meyer's life and career.The selected papers cover a wide range of topics, including the classification and diagnosis of mental disorders, the treatment of mental illness, and the relationship between mental and physical health. Meyer's approach to psychiatry is characterized by his emphasis on the importance of understanding the individual patient's unique circumstances and experiences, as well as his belief in the value of a holistic approach to treatment.The biographical narrative provides insights into Meyer's personal and professional life, including his upbringing, education, and influential relationships with other psychiatrists and medical professionals. It also explores the historical context in which Meyer practiced psychiatry, including the development of psychoanalysis and the emergence of new theories and treatments for mental illness.Overall, The Commonsense Psychiatry Of Dr. Adolf Meyer offers a comprehensive overview of Meyer's contributions to the field of psychiatry and provides valuable insights into the history and evolution of modern psychiatry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Adolf Meyer
ISBN-10: 1164515845
ISBN-13: 9781164515845
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 700
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.62lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.69d