Most of our organs can be treated as repairable machines. Why can't we treat mental illness by simply fixing the brain?
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Category Archives: Mental Illness
Why can't we treat mental illness by fixing the brai… – Aeon
Our understanding and treatment of mental disorders is primitive. Why is that? The burden on our society is huge. A quarter of women will have an episode of depression at some stage in their lives (it's about half that for men).
“Blessed are the crazy: breaking the silence about mental illness …
Sarah goes a step further to speak about the institution of the church and how many of these places of worship are not welcoming of individuals living with mental illness. She offers a sharp criticism of how some churches deal …
Mental Health at the Movies | SAMHSA Blog
By: Paolo del Vecchio, M.S.W., Director, Center for Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration. This summer, moviegoers of all ages were treated to films and television shows that …
BU Today | Boston University
… help is close by. Even so, many students suffer in silence. But those who've sought help want others to know that things do get easier with help, that going to a mental health professional isn't a reflection of a personal failing, and that they are not alone. … Preventing alcohol abuse is the top priority of Wellness & Prevention Services at Student Health Services (SHS), says director Katherine Mooney (SPH'12). With anxiety and depression sweeping college campuses, …