

Dr. Pat Bracken
Aug 7, 2019
Pat Bracken, a critical psychiatrist, challenges mainstream mental health views, discussing the influence of pharmaceutical companies. The podcast explores surrealism, creativity in chaos, and African spirituality in healing practices. It delves into the psychological impacts of colonialism, consumerism in mental health, and epigenetic trauma. Bracken shares his journey with anxiety, setting up a therapy center in Uganda, and the complexities of mental health treatment approaches.
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Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Embracing Playful Creativity in Chaos
02:56 • 14min
Announcement of Live Podcast Dates in Australia and Introduction of a Unique Musical Instrument
17:24 • 5min
Encouraging Support and Gratitude to Listeners
22:05 • 3min
Exploring the Complexity of Mental Health and Psychiatry
25:11 • 21min
Exploring Surrealism and Psychiatry through Art
46:34 • 5min
Embracing Mental Health Struggles and Creativity
52:01 • 23min
Unpacking Consumerism and Pharmaceuticals in Mental Health
01:14:47 • 26min
Exploring Psychological Impacts on the Irish Psyche and Epigenetic Trauma
01:40:56 • 2min
Colonialism and Intergenerational Trauma
01:43:21 • 7min
Exploring African Spirituality and Traditional Healing Practices
01:50:31 • 14min