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Elmer Ernest Southard
1876-1920
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Books by Elmer Ernest Southard
Shell-shock and other neuropsychiatric problems : $b Presented in five hundred and eighty-nine case histories from the war literature, 1914-1918
"SHELL-SHOCK AND OTHER NEUROPSYCHIATRIC PROBLEMS" by E. E. Southard is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a case-history compilation focused on neuropsychiatric conditions arising from World War I, specifically highlighting cases categorized under 'Shell-shock.' Through detailed records and analyses of various cases, Southard aims to provide insights into the psychological and neurological effects of warfare on soldiers. The opening of the volume sets the stage for a comprehensive examination of neuropsychiatric issues linked to the horrors of war. It introduces the purpose of the book, which is to document and analyze case histories from both military and civilian perspectives. Southard discusses the challenges faced by the medical community in treating these conditions due to the unique stresses of combat, and he emphasizes the importance of including a wide range of cases from different countries involved in the war. The introduction also hints at the evolving understanding of war-related psychological conditions and lays the groundwork for the subsequent sections that delve deeper into specific cases and treatments.
Neurosyphilis : $b Modern systematic diagnosis and treatment presented in one hundred and thirty-seven case histories
"Neurosyphilis: Modern Systematic Diagnosis and Treatment" by E. E. Southard and H. C. Solomon is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of neurosyphilis, reflecting on a range of case histories from a psychopathic hospital setting, showcasing both failed and successful treatment approaches. The book aims to serve as a guide for general practitioners, neurologists, and psychiatrists dealing with the complexities associated with this disease. The opening of the book introduces the authors' aims and the context of their research, which predominantly utilizes case histories from a psychopathic hospital in Boston. It highlights the difficulties in diagnosing different forms of neurosyphilis, the varied symptoms presented by patients, and the influence of both structural and functional neurological disorders. The authors emphasize the importance of understanding the progression of the disease and the intersection of mental and physical symptoms in the context of treatment outcomes. With a wide array of case studies, the work sets the stage for a detailed exploration of neurosyphilis and its treatment approaches.