Medical Psychology and Psychical Research (1922)

Medical Psychology and Psychical Research is a book written by T.W. Mitchell and published in 1922. The book explores the relationship between psychology and psychical research, which is the study of paranormal phenomena such as telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition. Mitchell argues that medical psychology and psychical research are closely related and that both fields can benefit from each other's insights. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of medical psychology, including topics such as the psychology of emotion, perception, and learning. Mitchell also discusses the role of psychology in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness. The second part of the book focuses on psychical research. Mitchell explores various paranormal phenomena and provides examples of scientific studies that have investigated these phenomena. He also discusses the implications of psychical research for our understanding of the mind and consciousness. Overall, Medical Psychology and Psychical Research provides a comprehensive overview of two fields that are often seen as separate and distinct. Mitchell's book offers a unique perspective on the relationship between psychology and the paranormal, and it remains a valuable resource for anyone interested in these topics.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.