The Glands Regulating Personality A Study Of The Glands Of Internal Secretion In Relation To The Types Of Human Nature

Louis Berman wrote a book titled The Glands Governing Personality. The book examines the link between internal secretion glands and personality in humans. According to Berman the thyroid adrenal pituitary and reproductive glands all play a significant part in defining a persons physical and mental make-up. In what he refers to as endocrine kinds Berman categorizes human nature into four main categories. The proportional activity of the bodys various glands determines these categories. Each kind according to Berman has unique physical and psychological qualities such as variations in energy levels temperament and personality traits. The impact of these glands on a variety of physical and mental health conditions including as obesity depression and anxiety is also covered in the book. According to Berman better therapies for these illnesses may be created using knowledge of the endocrine systems function in personality. In terms of endocrinology and psychology The Glands Controlling Personality is a groundbreaking piece of study. The book continues to provide a significant addition to our knowledge of the intricate interaction between the body and the mind even if some of Bermans concepts may be out of date.