Mental Abnormality and Deficiency

"Mental Abnormality and Deficiency" serves as a comprehensive introduction to the fields of clinical psychology and psychiatry as they were understood in the early 20th century. Written by Sidney L. Pressey and Luella Cole Pressey, this work offers a detailed examination of various mental conditions, ranging from intellectual disabilities to functional nervous disorders and psychopathic personalities.The text is structured to provide both students and practitioners with a clear understanding of how to identify, classify, and approach various forms of mental abnormality. It places a significant emphasis on the practical application of psychological testing and the emerging principles of mental hygiene. By exploring the relationship between individual psychological health and broader social issues, the authors attempt to provide a scientific framework for addressing the complexities of the human mind.This volume is an essential resource for those interested in the history of psychology and the evolution of mental health care. It captures a period of transition where experimental psychology began to play a larger role in clinical settings. "Mental Abnormality and Deficiency" remains a valuable historical record of the methods, terminology, and social perspectives that shaped the foundation of modern psychological study.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Pages: 374, Hardcover, Tradd Street Press