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Höhe: 229 mm
Breite: 152 mm
Dicke: 19 mm
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978-1-4325-1148-7 (9781432511487)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
S. Weir Mitchell (1829-1914) was a prominent American physician, neurologist, and writer, known for his pioneering work in medicine and his contributions to literature. He is most famous for his exploration of the psychological and physical dimensions of nervous disorders and his treatment methods, particularly his work on neurasthenia. Mitchell's medical background heavily influenced his writing, and many of his works deal with themes of mental and physical illness, the doctor-patient relationship, and the complexities of medical practice.
His work -""The Rest Cure"" included medical case studies, his famous treatment for neurasthenia. ""Doctor and Patient"" is a short story that delves into the psychological and ethical complexities of the relationship between a doctor and their patient. S. Weir Mitchell left a significant legacy in both the medical and literary worlds. His medical work, particularly his writings on nervous conditions and treatment, was widely influential in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
