Principles of mental physiology: with their applications to the training and discipline of the mind, and the study of its morbid conditions - Primary Source Edition

By William Benjamin Carpenter

Book Overview

""Principles of Mental Physiology with Their Applications to the Training and Discipline of the Mind and the Study of Its Morbid Conditions"" is a comprehensive book written by William B. Carpenter. The book provides an in-depth exploration of the principles of mental physiology, including the workings of the brain and nervous system, and how they relate to the mind and behavior. The author also discusses the practical applications of these principles, particularly in the training and discipline of the mind, as well as in the study of mental disorders and their treatment. The book is aimed at students and professionals in the fields of psychology, neuroscience, and psychiatry, as well as anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of the workings of the human mind. With its clear and accessible language, detailed explanations, and numerous examples and case studies, this book is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to better understand the complex workings of the human mind and its relationship to the body and the world around us.1889. Contents Book I. General Physiology: Of the General Relations between Mind and Body; Of the Nervous System and its Functions; Of Attention; Of Sensation; Of Perception and Instinct; Of Ideation and Ideo-Motor Action; Of the Emotions; Of Habit; Of the Will. Book II. Special Physiology: Of Memory; Of Common Sense; Of Imagination; Of Unconscious Cerebration; Of Reverie and Abstraction: -Electro-Biology; Of Sleep, Dreaming, and Somnambulism; Of Mesmerism and Spiritualism; Of Intoxication and Delirium; Of Insanity; Influence of Mental States on the Organic Functions; and Of Mind and Will in Nature. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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: 1162727691
• ISBN13: 9781162727691
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 804 Pages
• Weight: 2.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"