The Glands Regulating Personality
by OpenStories
Original author: Louis Berman
"The Glands Regulating Personality" by Louis Berman is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book explores the intricate relationship between the endocrine system and human personality, examining how various glands of internal secretion influence individual traits and behaviors. It delves into both historical and biological contexts, discussing significant figures in the discovery of these glands and proposing a synthesis between physiological findings and personality theory. At the start of the book, Berman introduces the foundational ideas regarding human nature and the impact of internal secretions on personality. He reflects on the historical perspective of human instincts and the complexities of freedom, tying them to contemporary discussions on biology and psychology. The opening chapters outline how the understanding of glands has evolved, tracing the contributions of early medical pioneers while establishing a framework for examining how these biological components shape human characteristics and societal structures. Characters such as Theophile de Bordeu and other historical figures are highlighted as significant contributors to the comprehension of the glands and their implications for understanding human behavior.
The Glands Regulating Personality, by Louis Berman. Republished by OpenStories from Project Gutenberg eBook #10266.
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14 Chapters
- 1.Introduction: Attitudes Toward Human Nature10,893 words
- 2.Chapter I: How the Glands of Internal Secretion Were Discovered7,277 words
- 3.Chapter II: The Glands: Thyroid and Pituitary9,367 words
- 4.Chapter III: The Adrenal Glands, the Gonads, and Thymus10,493 words
- 5.Chapter IV: The Glands as an Interlocking Directorate6,272 words
- 6.Chapter V: How the Glands Influence the Normal Body7,076 words
- 7.Chapter VI: The Mechanics of the Masculine and the Feminine6,092 words
- 8.Chapter VII: The Rhythms of Sex6,486 words
- 9.Chapter VIII: How the Glands Influence the Mind7,746 words
- 10.Chapter IX: The Backgrounds of Personality5,962 words
- 11.Chapter X: The Types of Personality10,847 words
- 12.Chapter XI: Some Historic Personages9,496 words
- 13.Chapter XII: Applications and Possibilities7,736 words
- 14.Chapter XIII: The Effect Upon Human Evolution7,665 words