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#1005 Joshua May - Neuroethics: Agency in the Age of Brain Science

The Dissenter

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Defining Mental Disorders: Struggles and Perspectives

This chapter explores the intricate debates surrounding the definition of mental disorders, focusing on Jerome Wakefield's harmful dysfunction view and the role of societal perceptions in shaping classifications. It also examines the stigma associated with mental health labels, particularly in the context of cases like homosexuality and addiction, and highlights the implications of these classifications for neurodiversity. By addressing the complexities of addiction as both a brain disease and a condition influenced by environmental factors, the chapter emphasizes the need for a multifaceted understanding of mental health.

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