Publisher's Synopsis
The Attendant's Companion: A Manual of the Duties of Attendants in Lunatic Asylums is a book written by Charles Arthur Mercier in 1892. This book provides a comprehensive guide for attendants who work in asylums for the mentally ill. It covers the duties and responsibilities of attendants in caring for their patients, including their physical and emotional needs. The book also discusses the history of mental illness and the development of asylums, as well as the different types of mental disorders and their treatment. Additionally, it provides practical advice on how to deal with difficult patients, including those who are violent or suicidal. The Attendant's Companion is a valuable resource for anyone working in the mental health field, as well as for those interested in the history of mental illness and its treatment.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.
