Open Mind: Elmer Ernest Southard 1876-1920

by Frederick P. Gay

Book Overview

Open Mind: Elmer Ernest Southard 1876-1920 is a biography written by Frederick P. Gay that explores the life and work of Elmer Ernest Southard, a prominent American psychiatrist and neurologist. The book delves into Southard's early life and education, his career as a physician and researcher, and his contributions to the fields of psychiatry, neurology, and neuropathology. The author highlights Southard's groundbreaking research on the physical causes of mental illness, particularly his work on the neuropathological basis of schizophrenia. The book also explores Southard's role in the development of the Harvard Psychological Clinic and his influence on the field of psychiatry in the early 20th century. Gay provides a detailed and engaging account of Southard's life, drawing on a range of primary sources including personal letters, academic papers, and interviews with Southard's colleagues and family members. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of psychiatry and the contributions of early pioneers in the field.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: 1432505505
• ISBN13: 9781432505509
• Release Date: March 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 368 Pages
• Weight: 1.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"