Die Grenzen geistiger Gesundheit und Krankheit : Rede, gehalten zur Feier des Geburtstages Sr. Majestät des Königs Albert von Sachsen am 23. April 1896 / Paul Flechsig.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Flechsig, Paul, Author.

Language:

German

Subjects (All):

Psychiatry.

Brain.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (48 p.)

Edition:

2., unver. Nachdr. Reprint 2020

Place of Publication:

Berlin ; Boston : De Gruyter, [2021]

Language Note:

In German.

Summary:

Paul Flechsig's lecture, delivered at the University of Leipzig in 1896, explores the boundaries between mental health and illness. He critiques contemporary psychiatry and its perceived shortcomings in the eyes of the public, while emphasizing the importance of understanding brain functions and their influence on mental processes. Flechsig argues for a scientific approach to psychiatry that integrates insights from brain research, aiming to refine the understanding of mental disorders and their treatment. He also addresses common misconceptions held by laypersons regarding mental health, advocating for a more informed and scientific perspective. His work is a critical response to existing theories, such as those of Lombroso, highlighting the need for evidence-based practices in psychiatry. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Frontmatter

Vorwort

Die Grenzen geistiger Gesundheit und Krankheit

Notes:

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ISBN:

9783112366028

3112366026

OCLC:

1233041241