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100 1 _aAllen, M.
_q(Physician),
_d1783-1845
245 1 0 _aEssay on the Classification of the Insane
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2018
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2018-10-22
508 _aTranscribed from the [1837] John Taylor edition by David Price
520 _a"Essay on the Classification of the Insane" by M. Allen is a scientific publication likely written in the mid-19th century. This work explores the classification and treatment of individuals with mental illnesses, aiming to dispel common misconceptions about insanity and advocating for a more humane and informed approach to mental health care. The author's emphasis on the moral and medical treatment of the insane reflects a progressive understanding of mental health during this era. The opening of the essay presents Allen's reflections on the necessity of classification in the treatment of the insane, stemming from his experiences at his medical establishments. He discusses the need for a structured regime that allows for the nuanced handling of various mental health conditions while noting the importance of the environment and conditions under which patients are cared for. Allen emphasizes the value of individual attention and the careful management of patients in their recovery process. Throughout the beginning portion, he shares anecdotes that illustrate the effectiveness of his methods, illustrating both the complexities of mental illness and the potential for recovery through compassionate care. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aMental illness
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/58152
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