Doctor and Patient by S. Weir Mitchell
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"Doctor and Patient" by S. Weir Mitchell is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. The work primarily addresses the relationship between physicians and patients, with a focus on women's health issues, especially concerning nervous conditions. It offers insights and knowledge intended for both the medical community and the general public, providing guidance on dealing with illness and pain. At the start of the book, the author introduces his
intent to explore various topics that pertain to the physician's responsibilities and the understanding required to navigate the complex emotional and physical states of their patients, particularly women who are often perceived to be more vulnerable. He reflects on his experiences with patients suffering from nervousness and emphasizes the importance of approaching these cases with empathy and a commitment to not only treating symptoms but fostering a holistic understanding of health and character development. The introductory section sets the tone for the essays that follow, indicating a blend of personal experience, medical insight, and consideration for the emotional landscapes surrounding illness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mitchell, S. Weir (Silas Weir), 1829-1914 |
|---|---|
| Title | Doctor and Patient |
| Contents | Introductory -- The physician -- Convalescence -- Pain and the opium habit -- The moral management of sick or invalid children -- Nervousness and its influence on character -- Out-door and camp-life for women. |
| Credits | Produced by Audrey Longhurst, LN Yaddanapudi, Leonard Johnson and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 63.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | R: Medicine |
| Subject | Medicine |
| Subject | Physician and patient |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15004 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-15004-8 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 607 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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