Shell-Shock And Other Neuropsychiatric Problems Part 1: Presented In Five Hundred And Eighty-Nine Case Histories From The War Literature, 1914-1918 (1

By Elmer Ernest Southard, E.E. Southard, Elmer Ernest Southard

Book Overview

""Shell-Shock And Other Neuropsychiatric Problems Part 1: Presented In Five Hundred And Eighty-Nine Case Histories From The War Literature, 1914-1918"" is a book written by Elmer Ernest Southard in 1919. The book is a comprehensive study of the psychological impact of World War I on soldiers, particularly those who suffered from shell shock and other neuropsychiatric problems. The book is based on extensive research and analysis of case histories of 589 soldiers who were diagnosed with neuropsychiatric disorders during the war. Southard provides a detailed account of the symptoms, causes, and treatment of these disorders, drawing on his own experience as a psychiatrist and neurologist. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of neuropsychiatric disorders. The first section provides an overview of the various types of disorders, including shell shock, hysteria, and neurasthenia. The second section focuses on the symptoms and diagnosis of these disorders, while the third section examines the causes and risk factors that contribute to their development. The fourth section of the book explores the different treatment options available to soldiers suffering from neuropsychiatric disorders. Southard discusses the use of psychotherapy, hypnosis, and other forms of treatment, as well as the role of medication and hospitalization in the recovery process. Overall, ""Shell-Shock And Other Neuropsychiatric Problems Part 1"" is a seminal work in the field of military psychiatry. It provides a detailed and insightful analysis of the psychological impact of war on soldiers, and offers valuable insights into the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of neuropsychiatric 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: 1120968089
• ISBN13: 9781120968081
• Release Date: February 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 728 Pages
• Weight: 2.11 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"