Published Feb 20, 2023
Marco Ramos on Misunderstanding Mental Illness
Marco Ramos delves into the complex landscape of mental illness, challenging traditional psychiatric paradigms and advocating for integrating lived experiences into treatment. He critiques the dominance of biological psychiatry and pharmaceutical influence, urging a more holistic approach that considers cultural, social, and economic factors.

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