Jay Joseph, PhD has posted an interesting piece: “Five Decades of Gene Finding Failures in Psychiatry” on Mad in America (Robert Whitaker’s site). It is well worth a read. The general content of the article is clear from the title. Here are some quotes: “Two generations of molecular genetic researchers have attempted, yet failed, to discover the genes… Continue Reading
Schizophrenia – Not an Illness
Late adolescence and early adulthood is arguably the most difficult period of life. Transitioning from childhood to adulthood entails many challenges. The young person (male or female) is expected to emancipate successfully from parents; launch a career; and find a partner – all in the space of a few short years. Some individuals cope remarkably… Continue Reading
Schizophrenia Label – Damaging and Dangerous
There’s an interesting article Inquiry into the Schizophrenia Label (ISL) on Robert Whitaker’s website Mad in America. Apparently Philip Thomas, M.D. and other researchers have been asking mental health clients how they perceived the schizophrenia label. They received nearly 500 responses, and found that more than 80% of responders described the label as damaging and… Continue Reading
Cinema Shooting – Psychiatric Defense
It was widely reported last week that James Holmes, the alleged cinema shooter, will be pursuing a “mental illness” defense. Details are scarce because the judge has issued a gag order, but it is likely, given the available information, that the lawyers will argue that because of his psychiatric history he is incompetent to stand… Continue Reading
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