Lectures on Psycho-Physiology: Classical Osteopathic Philosophy and the Foundations of Mind-Body Integration (Classics of Osteopathy)

Lectures on Psycho-Physiology is one of John Martin Littlejohn’s most philosophically significant contributions to early osteopathic thought. Originally presented as formal lectures, this work reflects the intellectual depth with which the first generation of osteopathic physicians approached the relationship between mind, physiology, and human function.Far from a purely theoretical exercise, Littlejohn’s reflections illuminate the foundational principles of classical osteopathy — the unity of the organism, the integration of structure and function, and the dynamic interplay between consciousness and physiological processes. His analysis bridges psychology, neurophysiology, and philosophy in a manner that anticipates many later developments in mind-body medicine.This edition faithfully preserves the original 20th-century text, offering modern practitioners, historians, and collectors direct access to a foundational document of osteopathic heritage. It will be of particular interest to osteopathic physicians, manual therapists, scholars of medical history, and collectors of early osteopathic literature.As part of the Classics of Osteopathy series, this volume seeks to preserve and reintroduce the intellectual legacy of the pioneers who shaped the osteopathic profession.The print edition has been carefully formatted for academic readability and preservation, offering a durable reference volume suitable for professional libraries and personal collections of classical osteopathic literature. Read more