Anthropometry As An Aid To Mental Diagnosis: A Simple Method For The Examination Of Sub-Normals (1916)

By E a Doll

Book Overview

Anthropometry As An Aid To Mental Diagnosis: A Simple Method For The Examination Of Sub-Normals is a book written by Edgar Arnold Doll in 1916. The book focuses on the use of anthropometry, which is the measurement of the human body, as a tool for diagnosing mental conditions in individuals who fall below the average or normal range. The author presents a simple method for conducting anthropometric examinations on sub-normals, which he claims can provide valuable insights into their mental abilities and limitations. The book is aimed at medical professionals, psychologists, and educators who work with individuals with mental disabilities. It contains detailed explanations of the techniques and equipment required for anthropometric measurements, as well as case studies and examples of how the method can be applied in practice. Overall, Anthropometry As An Aid To Mental Diagnosis is a pioneering work in the field of mental health assessment, and remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of psychiatry and the development of diagnostic tools for mental disorders.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: 1120156009
• ISBN13: 9781120156006
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 94 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"