Medical Inquiries and Observations Upon the Diseases of the Mind is a book written by Benjamin Rush, a physician and signer of the Declaration of Independence. The book was first published in 1812 and is considered one of the earliest works on the subject of mental illness in the United States.In the book, Rush discusses various mental illnesses, including melancholy, mania, and dementia. He also explores the causes of these illnesses and proposes treatments, including bloodletting, purging, and the use of tranquilizers.Rush's approach to mental illness was influenced by the medical practices of his time, which focused on the physical rather than the psychological aspects of the condition. However, he was also a proponent of humane treatment for the mentally ill and advocated for the establishment of institutions dedicated to their care.Medical Inquiries and Observations Upon the Diseases of the Mind was a groundbreaking work that helped to establish the field of psychiatry in the United States. It remains a valuable resource for historians, medical professionals, and anyone interested in the history of mental illness treatment.This Is A New Release Of The Original 1812 Edition.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.