02325cam a22003373u 4500 16230 UtSlPG 20260610133359.0 m cr n 260607r2005||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 RC Mitchell, S. Weir (Silas Weir), 1829-1914 Fat and Blood : An Essay on the Treatment of Certain Forms of Neurasthenia and Hysteria Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2005 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2005-07-07 Produced by Kathryn Lybarger, Janet Blenkinship and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Fat and Blood" by S. Weir Mitchell is a scientific essay written in the late 19th century that focuses on the treatment of certain forms of neurasthenia and hysteria. The work presents an integrated approach to healthcare based on the necessity of rest, nutrition, and alternative therapies like massage and electricity, primarily aimed at restoring vitality in patients, particularly women who exhibit symptoms of nervous exhaustion and related disorders. The opening of the essay sets the stage for an exploration of the author's clinical practices, detailing his successful methods for renewing vitality in patients suffering from various ailments. Mitchell describes his experiences with patients who have undergone extensive treatments without improvement, particularly emphasizing the role of complete rest, substantial nutritional support, and careful therapeutic manipulation. As he introduces the concept of systematic and holistic treatment, the text outlines the characteristics of those afflicted with neurasthenia, detailing their symptoms and the multifaceted approach required to address their complex physical and emotional needs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Hysteria Neurasthenia Rest Mitchell, John K. (John Kearsley), 1859-1917 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/16230 57618 57618