Note 33 — PART IV.ToC

Some physiologists consider that the period of growth extends to a later age than this. Dr. Anstie fixes the limit at twenty five. He says, "The central nervous system is more slow in reaching its fullest development; and the brain, especially, is many years later in acquiring its maximum of organic consistency and functional power."—Neuralgia, Op. cit., by F.E. Anstie, p. 20.