A Psychoanalytic Study Of Psychoses With Endocrinoses (1922)

By Dudley Ward Fay

Book Overview

""A Psychoanalytic Study Of Psychoses With Endocrinoses"" is a book written by Dudley Ward Fay and published in 1922. The book is a detailed examination of the relationship between mental disorders and hormonal imbalances, specifically focusing on the role of endocrine glands in the development of psychoses. Fay, a prominent psychoanalyst of his time, uses case studies and clinical observations to explore the connection between the endocrine system and mental illness. He argues that hormonal imbalances can have a significant impact on a person's mental state, leading to a range of psychoses such as schizophrenia, paranoia, and manic-depressive disorder. The book also delves into the psychoanalytic approach to treating these conditions, emphasizing the importance of understanding the underlying psychological factors that contribute to hormonal imbalances. Fay's work was groundbreaking for its time, and his insights into the connection between the endocrine system and mental health continue to influence modern psychiatry and psychoanalysis. Overall, ""A Psychoanalytic Study Of Psychoses With Endocrinoses"" is a seminal work in the field of psychoanalytic theory and provides a valuable historical perspective on the evolving understanding of mental illness and its treatment.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164158082
• ISBN13: 9781164158080
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"