Psychopathy: Or The True Healing Art (1875)

By Joseph Ashman

Book Overview

Psychopathy: Or The True Healing Art is a book written by Joseph Ashman in 1875. The book delves into the subject of psychopathy, which is defined as a personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy, and bold, disinhibited, and egotistical traits. Ashman explores the causes and symptoms of psychopathy, as well as the various treatment methods available. He argues that the true healing art lies in understanding the root causes of psychopathy and addressing them at their source. The book also delves into the history of psychopathy, including the work of famous psychologists such as Sigmund Freud and Carl Jung. Ashman argues that their theories and methods, while groundbreaking at the time, were limited in their understanding of psychopathy and its treatment. Overall, Psychopathy: Or The True Healing Art is a comprehensive examination of the subject of psychopathy, offering insights and perspectives that are still relevant today.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: 1166927164
• ISBN13: 9781166927165
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 68 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"