Transformed with Dr. Greg Gifford The Mind And The Brain Part 1
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Nov 9, 2023 Dive into the fascinating distinction between the immaterial mind and the physical brain. Uncover the flaws in traditional mental health diagnoses and challenge the DSM's symptom-based approach. Hear about the groundbreaking work of Clifford Whittingham Beers and his vision for mental health reform. Explore how historical perspectives shaped modern psychiatry and gain insights into rethinking mental health through a biblical lens. This thought-provoking conversation sets the stage for a deeper understanding of mental illness.
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Inadequate Categories
- Societal categories shape how we understand people and their identities.
- Problems arise when these categories are inadequate or misapplied, especially in mental health.
Rising Mental Illness Diagnoses
- One in five North Americans are diagnosed with a mental illness, and the number is rising.
- This includes common diagnoses like anxiety, depression, and PTSD, affecting both children and adults.
DSM and Validity Concerns
- The DSM uses symptom-based diagnoses, which some experts question due to a lack of empirical evidence.
- Diagnoses rely on patient descriptions, making validity a concern when physical indicators are absent.
