Shell Shock: And Its Lessons (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

G. Elliot Smith

9780331889338: Shell Shock: And Its Lessons (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0331889331 ISBN 13: 9780331889338

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Understanding shell shock beyond the surface—a call to rethink diagnosis and care

This book argues that emotional disturbances, not just physical symptoms, drive many cases of shell shock. It explains why a thoughtful, psychology‑based approach is essential to real improvement, and why relying on drugs or generic treatments often falls short.

The authors clarify the limits of general therapies and emphasize confidential doctor–patient dialogue as the key to finding and addressing the true causes of distress. They discuss practical questions for treatment, the role of nurses, and the need for medical systems that support thorough psychological analysis rather than quick fixes.

Why emotional factors shape symptoms and recovery
How careful questioning and personalized care can unlock understanding
When drugs and isolation can help, and when they may hinder progress
The legal and institutional changes that could improve early, effective treatment

Ideal for readers of medical history and professionals seeking a thoughtful, reform‑minded view of wartime mental health.

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