An Essay on the Incubus, or Night-mare by M.D. John Bond
"An Essay on the Incubus, or Night-mare" by John Bond, M.D., is a medical treatise written in the 18th century. This scientific publication delves into the phenomenon of sleep disturbances known as nightmares, exploring their causes, effects, and implications. It aims to provide a rational understanding of this ailment, which was often steeped in superstition and misunderstood during the time it was written. In this essay, Bond recounts his personal experiences withthe nightmare and examines historical perspectives on the disorder, providing insights from ancient physicians to contemporary theories. He identifies various symptoms associated with the nightmare, such as oppressive feelings during sleep and sensations of immobility, which bond claims are tied to physiological responses, particularly involving blood circulation during the supine sleeping position. Furthermore, he explores potential cures and preventative measures, advocating for lifestyle changes and careful diet to mitigate the occurrence and severity of nightmares, thus blending empirical observation with 18th-century medical practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bond, John, M.D. |
|---|---|
| Title | An Essay on the Incubus, or Night-mare |
| Note | Reading ease score: 49.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Turgut Dincer and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BF: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Psychology, Philosophy, Psychoanalysis |
| Subject | Nightmares -- Physiological aspects -- Early works to 1800 |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53216 |
| Release Date | Oct 5, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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