The Double-Edged Sword of Biological Explanations in Mental Health

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In this episode, we explore the unexpected consequences of promoting a purely biological view of mental illness. How does framing mental health conditions as solely biological affect stigma, patient outcomes, and physician empathy? We delve into the complex interplay between biological and psychosocial factors in mental health treatment.

Faculty: David Mintz, M.D. Host: Richard Seeber, M.D.

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