Primitive Psycho-Therapy and Quackery by Robert Means Lawrence

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Author Lawrence, Robert Means, 1847-1935
LoC No. 10023963
Title Primitive Psycho-Therapy and Quackery
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Summary "Primitive Psycho-Therapy and Quackery" by Robert Means Lawrence is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work explores the historical practices of healing and the psychological factors that contribute to their efficacy, particularly focusing on amulets, magical charms, and the role of imagination in therapeutic settings. The author argues that many primitive methods of therapy and the success of quack treatments can be attributed to the power of suggestion and mental influence rather than any intrinsic medicinal properties. The opening of the text introduces the idea that amulets and charms, often understood through the lens of superstition, played a significant role in the development of medical practices over the ages. Lawrence elucidates how these objects were believed to possess protective or healing powers, largely stemming from the faith and imagination of those who utilized them. He also hints at the transition from these archaic practices to modern psychological approaches to healing, establishing a connection between historical beliefs in the supernatural and contemporary understandings of mental health and therapy. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class R: Medicine
Subject Medicine -- History
Subject Mental healing
Subject Medical misconceptions
Subject Quacks and quackery
Category Text
EBook-No. 23293
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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