

Bad Science with Robert Whitaker
20 snips Apr 8, 2024
Robert Whitaker, a medical journalist, questions the science behind psychiatry, debunking myths of chemical imbalances and miracle treatments. He calls for informed consent, examining societal, political, and environmental factors in mental health. The podcast challenges traditional psychiatric approaches, explores historical brain-damaging therapies, and advocates for a compassionate, community-driven mental health strategy.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Redefining Psychiatric Care: Challenging Norms and Historical Influences
02:24 • 25min
Exploring the History of Brain Damaging Therapies and Eugenics Influence
27:14 • 5min
Evolution of Psychiatric Treatments
32:01 • 30min
The Commercialization and Globalization of Psychiatric Narratives
01:01:38 • 5min
Rethinking Mental Health Strategies
01:07:06 • 20min
Redefining Mental Health: A Call for Compassion and Community Building
01:27:23 • 4min