Episode 93: Explaining the DSM-5
Psychology Has It Backwards
Diagnosis is Not Destiny
Receiving a mental health diagnosis can impose a debilitating identity on individuals, suggesting they are permanently flawed or broken. This perception fosters fear and anxiety about the future, particularly among young people, who may internalize these labels and become overwhelmed by the belief that they cannot recover. The narrative surrounding diagnoses creates a societal burden of mental illness, emphasizing the need to reframe how these conditions are viewed and discussed, focusing on potential recovery rather than lifelong limitations.
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