Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked
1871
Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked
1871
Health & Medicine, Psychiatry/Psychology, Teaching & Education
Published in 1871, 'Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked' by S. Weir Mitchell is a non-fiction guide addressing the mental and physical strains of overwork in a rapidly changing society. The book explores the consequences of excessive mental labor and advocates for a balance between work and rest to maintain health. Mitchell discusses the symptoms of nervous exhaustion and highlights societal pressures, particularly on women, urging a reevaluation of education and labor expectations to prevent health deterioration.
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