John Read
Clinical psychologist and researcher critical of mainstream psychiatric diagnosis and psychopharmacology, known for work on psychiatric diagnoses, antidepressant withdrawal, ECT audits and trauma-informed approaches.
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Jan 30, 2026 • 59min
The Deeply Entrenched Flaws of The Mental Health Industry, with professor John Read
Professor John Read, clinical psychologist and researcher challenging mainstream psychiatry, discusses why many psychiatric labels lack scientific basis. He explores overdiagnosis, pharma influence, harms of antidepressants and ECT, and the neglect of trauma. He calls for trauma-informed care, individual formulations, social supports, and safer tapering approaches.
