Cognitive Dissonance and Political Activism

This chapter critically examines cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) principles and the American Medical Association's recent stance on gender identity treatment, focusing on the validity of a controversial study. It addresses the societal implications of political maneuvers in mental health diagnoses, highlighting potential risks to parental rights and proper psychological care for children. Additionally, the chapter touches on activism surrounding fossil fuel divestment and critiques the motivations and effectiveness of such protests in the context of genuine climate action.