Unraveling Treatment Resistance: A Psychodynamic Approach

David Mintz, an expert in psychodynamic psychopharmacology and director at the Austin Riggs Center, delves into the complexities of treatment resistance. He emphasizes how patient-doctor relationships and unconscious biases can significantly influence medication effectiveness. The discussion covers the impact of transference and countertransference in therapy, advocating for empathic engagement and empowering patients through non-pharmacologic interventions. Mintz highlights the importance of understanding attachment styles to enhance clinical outcomes with compassionate prescribing.