This post was updated on March 22, 2015 to incorporate suggestions from a reader. Recently I was asked by an acquaintance for some suggestions for dealing with a bout of depression. As I was writing these out it occurred to me that the material might have some general interest, so I decided to publish it… Continue Reading
The Origins of “Mental Illness”
I routinely state that there are no mental illnesses, but I also make it clear that the behaviors, habits, and problems which are labeled as mental illnesses are very real and can be very disturbing to the individuals involved and to those around them. My general position is that dysfunctional and counterproductive habits are acquired… Continue Reading
“Mental Illness” and Genes
Jay Joseph, PhD has posted an interesting piece: “Five Decades of Gene Finding Failures in Psychiatry” on Mad in America (Robert Whitaker’s site). It is well worth a read. The general content of the article is clear from the title. Here are some quotes: “Two generations of molecular genetic researchers have attempted, yet failed, to discover the genes… Continue Reading
Criticism of DSM-5
Christopher Lane, author of Shyness: How Normal Behavior Became a Sickness, has a new post, in which he attacks the APA for including somatic symptom disorder (SSD) in the upcoming DSM-5. Dr. Lane quotes from Allen Francis (former DSM guru who has now seen the light) and Suzy Chapman, a UK health advocate. Both of… Continue Reading
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