The Unbalanced Mind
Author | : Julian P. Leff |
Publisher | : Columbia University Press |
Total Pages | : 188 |
Release | : 2001 |
ISBN-13 | : 0231120265 |
ISBN-10 | : 9780231120265 |
Rating | : 4/5 (65 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Unbalanced Mind by : Julian P. Leff
Download or read book The Unbalanced Mind written by Julian P. Leff and published by Columbia University Press. This book was released on 2001 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Do defective genes give rise to defective thought? The revolution in molecular genetics has given rise to the increasing optimism that advancements in biotechnology will soon uncover the causes of all disturbances of mind and behavior. In this book Leff, a leading psychiatrist, emphasizes what is known about the psychological, social, and cultural factors underlying mental illness.