Deficiency And Delinquency: An Interpretation Of Mental Testing (1918)

By James Burt Miner

Book Overview

Deficiency and Delinquency: An Interpretation of Mental Testing is a book written by James Burt Miner and originally published in 1918. The book explores the use of mental testing as a tool for identifying and treating individuals who exhibit deficiencies or delinquencies in their behavior. Miner argues that mental testing can provide valuable insights into the cognitive and emotional functioning of individuals, and can be used to diagnose and treat a variety of mental health conditions.The book begins by discussing the history of mental testing and the various methods used to assess cognitive ability. Miner then goes on to explore the relationship between mental deficiency and delinquency, arguing that many individuals who exhibit delinquent behavior do so as a result of underlying cognitive or emotional deficits. He suggests that mental testing can be used to identify these deficiencies and develop targeted interventions to address them.Throughout the book, Miner provides numerous case studies and examples to illustrate his points, drawing on his own experiences as a psychologist and educator. He also discusses the ethical implications of mental testing, particularly in the context of criminal justice and education.Overall, Deficiency and Delinquency is a seminal work in the field of mental health and education, and remains relevant today as a guide to the use of mental testing in identifying and treating individuals with cognitive and emotional deficits.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: 1164618725
• ISBN13: 9781164618720
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 370 Pages
• Weight: 1.09 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"