David Cohen

David Cohen, a UCLA professor renowned for his research on psychotropic drugs and mental health policy, critiques the failures of modern psychiatry. He discusses the alarming high rates of involuntary hospitalization in the U.S. and its ties to social control rather than true care. Cohen highlights the stark reality of post-hospital suicide rates and questions the effectiveness of the 'mental illness' label. He advocates for prioritizing human connection, social support, and addressing life problems over coercive treatments, urging a rethink of mental health strategies.