Shell-Shock and Other Neuropsychiatric Problems (eBook)

Enriched edition. Presented in Five Hundred and Eighty-nine Case Histories from the War Literature, 1914-1918

Elmer Ernest Southard (Autor)

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2019
1952 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
406-406613682-6 (EAN)

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In "Shell-Shock and Other Neuropsychiatric Problems," Elmer Ernest Southard presents a pioneering exploration of the psychological consequences of warfare, emphasizing the emerging understanding of shell shock, now recognized as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Through a meticulous examination of neuropsychiatric conditions prevalent during World War I, Southard employs a clinical yet empathetic literary style, weaving case studies and empirical research with nuanced analysis. His work sits at the intersection of psychology and military history, reflecting the early 20th-century shift toward recognizing mental health as a critical component of soldier welfare amid the horrors of modern combat. Elmer Ernest Southard, a prominent neurologist and psychiatrist of his time, was deeply influenced by the societal upheavals and medical advancements following the Great War. His experiences in treating soldiers suffering from psychological trauma shaped his commitment to understanding the complexities of the human mind under duress. Southard's profound insights into neuropsychiatry were fueled by both his academic background and firsthand observations, positioning him as a forerunner in advocating for a compassionate approach to mental health. This book is a vital contribution to both psychological literature and historical scholarship, highly recommended for mental health professionals, historians, and readers interested in the psychological implications of warfare. Southard's illuminating perspectives encourage a deeper appreciation for the psychological scars borne by soldiers, urging contemporary readers to reflect on the enduring legacy of war-related trauma.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 19.12.2019
• Einführung: Scott Berry
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Scott Berry
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► 20. Jahrhundert bis 1945
• Themenwelt: Medizin / Pharmazie ► Medizinische Fachgebiete ► Psychiatrie / Psychotherapie
• Schlagworte: 1914-1918 • case studies shell shock • early 20th century psychology • Elmer Ernest Southard • Elmer Southard writings • historical trauma analysis • Internal Medicine • Medical Care • Mental Health • military medical insights • neuropsychiatric • neuropsychiatric studies • Psychiatry • Psychological aspects • psychological effects warfare • Psychology • PTSD • shell-shock • Trauma • trauma treatment history • veteran mental health • veterans • War neuroses • World War • World War I • World War I psychiatry