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Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked

1871

S. Weir Mitchell

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Wear and Tear; Or, Hints for the Overworked

S. Weir Mitchell

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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A non-fiction guide written in the late 19th century. This book discusses the challenges of overwork and the effects of...

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