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In what way does the article treat depression as the fault of the individual? Seems more like a failing of our society to recognize the importance of relations
by rifung 11y ago
In what way does the article treat depression as the fault of the individual?
Seems more like a failing of our society to recognize the importance of relationships. I'd argue this is especially true in the US where we obsess over careers and monetary wealth much more than we emphasize the importance of friendships, family, and romance.
Considering how little we understand about the brain and psychological disorders, it seems premature to dismiss the article so easily, especially when the author is a practicing psychologist and presumably has had some level of success with his methods.
- Chlorus 11y ago> Seems more like a failing of our society to recognize the importance of relationships. I'd argue this is especially true in the US where we obsess over careers and monetary wealth much more than we emphasize the importance of friendships, family, and romance. {{ citation needed }}
- rifung 11y agoI apologize; I thought this was just generally accepted as fact so I appreciate you pointing out my own bias. This article mentions how the US is more materialistic than other countries, although it's not the main point of the article. Still, I do find the other points equally interesting. http://www.apa.org/monitor/2009/01/consumerism.aspx http://www.apa.org/monitor/2009/01/consumerism.aspx