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The physiognomy of mental diseases (1838)

Morison, Alexander, 1779-1866 · London : Longman and co., and S. Highley · leaf 17

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y in mam(uses is increased, although in a few it is diminished; tingeneral irritation and excitement are expressed by cries,threats, and disorderly movements. Maniacs; unlike Monomaniacs, are inattentive to theirown safety and comfort, and take no precautions. Fits of increased excitement, giving… … >\ ,/ / EXPLANATION OF PLATE I. F. W. a Male, aged 47, has had attacks of Mania since hewas a boy; during these attacks he is in a state of themost violent rage and fury; irascible emotions are easilyexcited by opening his door, looking at him, or saying aword, and a paroxysm of increased fury…

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