Soviet Medical Encyclopedia

Apsyche

Neurology

Also known as: Fainting, Syncope

Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.

Summary

Apsyche is a term derived from Greek roots meaning 'without soul.' In this 1930s medical context, it is defined as a fainting spell or loss of consciousness.

Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)

APSYCHE (from the Greek a-negative particle, and psyche-soul), a fainting spell, loss of consciousness.

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“Apsyche.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.com/article/apsychia/