Isbn: 9781330147245 - body and mind (classic reprint): an inquiry into their connection and mutual influence, specially in reference to mental disorders; being the ... physicians; with appendix (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the intricate relationship between the mind and body, challenging traditional notions of mental function and its disorders. The author delves into the physical conditions of mental health, drawing upon the burgeoning field of neurology and its understanding of the nervous system. In a departure from prevailing metaphysical perspectives, the author argues for a more scientific approach to understanding the mind, one grounded in the observation and analysis of bodily processes. The book traces the evolution of mental faculties from their simplest forms, evident in the reflex actions of lower organisms, to the complex functions of human consciousness, emotion, and will. Examining the role of the spinal cord, sensory ganglia, and hemispherical ganglia in regulating our actions, the author demonstrates how even seemingly intentional acts are often rooted in unconscious physiological mechanisms. The bookââ â¢s insights into the interrelationship of body and mind challenge the prevailing assumption of their separation and offer a new lens for understanding the complexities of mental health. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…