Functional Nerve Diseases (1908)

By Alfred Taylor Schofield

Book Overview

Functional Nerve Diseases is a medical book written by Alfred Taylor Schofield in 1908. The book focuses on the study of functional nerve diseases, also known as neuroses. These conditions are characterized by symptoms that are not caused by any underlying organic disease or structural abnormality in the nervous system. Schofield's book provides a comprehensive overview of the different types of functional nerve diseases, including hysteria, neurasthenia, and psychasthenia. He discusses the clinical features of each condition, as well as their causes, diagnosis, and treatment. The author also explores the psychological and social factors that contribute to the development of functional nerve diseases. He emphasizes the importance of understanding the patient's emotional and mental state in order to effectively diagnose and treat these conditions. Overall, Functional Nerve Diseases is a valuable resource for medical professionals and researchers interested in the study of neuroses. It provides a detailed and insightful analysis of these complex conditions, and offers practical guidance for their diagnosis and 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: 1120284805
• ISBN13: 9781120284808
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 378 Pages
• Weight: 1.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"