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Snake Oil For The Soul: Exposing Mental Health "Wellness" Grift

Unbiased Science

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Protecting People from Wellness Grifters

Some individuals may turn to alternative medicine due to suffering, trauma, chronic pain, or difficulty accessing traditional healthcare. The issue lies with the grifters in the wellness industry who exploit vulnerable individuals with predatory practices. These grifters use clever marketing tactics to convince people they are addressing root causes that may not truly exist. It is crucial to protect individuals from falling victim to these unethical practices and acknowledge that gaps in scientific knowledge contribute to the appeal of alternative medicine.

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