Publisher's Synopsis
""Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing"" is a comprehensive exploration of the history and evolution of mental healing practices throughout human civilization. Written by George Barton Cutten, this book delves into the earliest known forms of mental healing, tracing its development through ancient civilizations such as Egypt and Greece, and examining how mental healing has been practiced in different cultures and religions over the centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the role of shamans and healers in indigenous societies, the emergence of psychotherapy in the modern era, and the impact of scientific discoveries on mental health treatments. Cutten also explores the ways in which mental healing has intersected with other fields such as philosophy, religion, and medicine, and how these intersections have shaped the evolution of mental health practices.Throughout the book, Cutten provides detailed case studies and examples of mental healing practices, highlighting the diverse approaches and techniques that have been used throughout history. He also offers critical analysis of the strengths and limitations of different approaches, and discusses the ethical considerations involved in mental health treatment.Overall, ""Three Thousand Years of Mental Healing"" is a fascinating and informative exploration of the history and evolution of mental health practices, and provides valuable insights into the complex and multifaceted nature of mental healing.1911. A general view of mental healing from a historical perspective. The term mental healing is given a broad meaning and encompasses any cures which may be brought about by the effect of the mind over the body, regardless of whether the power back of the cure is supposed to be deity, demons, other human beings or the individual mind of the patient. Contents: Mental Healing; Early Civilizations; The Influence of Christianity; Relics and Shrines; Healers; Talismans; Amulets; Charms; Royal Touch; Mesmer and After; and The Healers of the Nineteenth Century.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.
