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The Mind And The Brain Part 5

Transformed with Dr. Greg Gifford

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Reforming Mental Health: History and Medications

This chapter explores the historical foundations of mental health reform, particularly through the work of Clifford Whittingham Beers, and examines the role of psychotropic medications in modern psychiatric treatment. It discusses the implications of high prescription rates and financial incentives in the mental health industry while highlighting the potential of alternative therapies like cognitive behavioral therapy.

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