Handbook for the Instruction of Attendants on the Insane (1885)

The Handbook for the Instruction of Attendants on the Insane is a book written by A. Campbell Clark and published in 1885. The book is a comprehensive guide for those who work in asylums and mental institutions, providing them with instructions on how to care for and manage the mentally ill. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of mental illness, the causes and symptoms of different mental disorders, and the various treatments available at the time. It also provides guidance on how to communicate with patients, how to manage difficult behaviors, and how to maintain a safe and secure environment for both patients and staff.The author emphasizes the importance of treating patients with kindness, compassion, and respect, and stresses the need for attendants to be patient, understanding, and non-judgmental. The book also includes practical advice on how to maintain cleanliness and hygiene, how to handle medical emergencies, and how to work effectively with other staff members.Overall, the Handbook for the Instruction of Attendants on the Insane provides a valuable resource for anyone working in the field of mental health care, as well as for those who are interested in the history of mental illness and its treatment.Also Authored By A. R. Urquhart, A Member Of The Sub-Committee Of The Medico-Psychological Association.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.