02139cam a22003013u 4500 13197 UtSlPG 20260610133319.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 RC Mitchell, S. Weir (Silas Weir), 1829-1914 Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-08-17 Produced by Bryan Ness and PG Distributed Proofreaders "Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked" by S. Weir Mitchell is a non-fiction guide written in the late 19th century. This book discusses the challenges of overwork and the effects of modern life on health, particularly focusing on the mental and physical strain experienced by individuals in rapidly changing societies. It aims to address issues related to exertion, including the dangers of excessive mental labor and the importance of balancing work and rest. In this work, Mitchell explores the concept of "wear" as the natural consequence of legitimate use and "tear," which results from the abuse of both mental and physical faculties. He emphasizes the need for adequate rest and varied activity to maintain health, arguing that as society evolves, there is a growing incidence of nervous diseases linked to overwork. Through various observations and anecdotes, Mitchell illuminates the symptoms of nervous exhaustion and advocates for more thoughtful approaches to education and work-life balance. He highlights societal pressures, particularly on women, and calls for a reevaluation of how education and labor expectations may contribute to health deterioration. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Mental fatigue https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13197 54587 54587