A Compendium of Insanity (1898)

A Compendium Of Insanity is a book written by John Bassett Chapin and published in 1898. The book is a comprehensive study of mental illness and its various manifestations. It covers a wide range of topics related to insanity, including its causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a specific aspect of mental illness. The first chapter provides an overview of the history of insanity, while the second chapter discusses the classification of mental disorders. The third chapter delves into the causes of insanity, including heredity, environment, and physical factors.The fourth chapter focuses on the symptoms of mental illness, including delusions, hallucinations, and other forms of psychosis. The fifth chapter discusses the various treatments for mental illness, including psychotherapy, medication, and institutionalization.The final chapter of the book deals with the prevention of mental illness, including the importance of early intervention and the role of education in promoting mental health.Overall, A Compendium Of Insanity is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the study of mental illness. It provides a comprehensive overview of the subject and offers insights into the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders.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.