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The information most eagerly sought by those entering upon the work among the feeble-minded is naturally how to easily recognize the various forms of mental defect, in order that they may define, and meet promptly, the special needs of those with whom they are brought in daily contact.
To this end, types of various grades are useful as sign-posts pointing the way to successful diagnosis of defect - mental, moral and physical. In defining types many points, such as have been indicated by tests, as well as by the stigmata of degeneration noted in the individual, are to be considered.
Appended herewith will be found the educational classification, which, as the outgrowth of a close study of cases and careful adaptation to needs - indorsed by both physicians and teachers - has proven in a long experience the best one as simplifying the tasks of all engaged in the work.
This classification is arrived at by first separating broadly the un trainable idiot from the trainable imbecile in asylum, custodial, and school division; next by dividing the imbeciles into grades of mentality for the awakening and further development of power along lines suited to the capacity of each; and finally by indicating possible training for life work in industrial or manual lines according to individual proclivity.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of mental defectives, a term widely used in the early 20th century to describe individuals with cognitive disabilities. The author, a physician, examines the various types of mental defectives, from the profoundly impaired "idiot" to the "imbecile," carefully categorizing them based on their level of intelligence, physical characteristics, and potential for improvement. The book delves into the different grades of "imbecility," including low-grade, middle-grade, and high-grade, exploring the varying abilities and limitations of each. A significant portion of the text is devoted to detailed descriptions of specific cases, complete with personal histories and photographs, providing a powerful and poignant look at the lives of these individuals. The author also emphasizes the importance of education and training for mental defectives, arguing that while a "cure" is impossible, targeted interventions can help awaken dormant faculties and foster latent powers. The book's insights into the complexities of mental disability and the potential for both improvement and care within a humane and nurturing environment offer a valuable glimpse into a bygone era, shedding light on historical attitudes towards disability and the evolving understanding of human potential. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332316182_0
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