Neurotic Disorders of Childhood: Including a Study of Auto and Intestinal Intoxications, Chronic Anaemia, Fever, Eclampsia, Epilepsy, Migraine, Chorea, Hysteria, Asthma, Etc (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Benjamin Knox Rachford

 
9780282019716: Neurotic Disorders of Childhood: Including a Study of Auto and Intestinal Intoxications, Chronic Anaemia, Fever, Eclampsia, Epilepsy, Migraine, Chorea, Hysteria, Asthma, Etc (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book explores how physiological peculiarities of the immature nervous system in infants and children influence the clinical outcomes of neurological disorders. The author, a renowned neurologist, details the variations between the developing nervous systems of the young and adults, noting how these differences impact the presentation and progression of neurological conditions. By examining specific case studies, the book illustrates how conditions such as infantile convulsions, laryngismus stridulous, and chorea may be rooted in the unique physiological features of the maturing brain. The author emphasizes the crucial role of nutrition, hygiene, and environment in shaping neurological health. Overall, this book provides valuable insights into the intricate relationship between the developing nervous system and the manifestation of neurological disorders in children.

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