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For deeper thoughts on the use of psychology as a means of control, see Thomas Szasz, especially The Myth of Mental Illness . http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_M
by CWuestefeld 18y ago
For deeper thoughts on the use of psychology as a means of control, see Thomas Szasz, especially The Myth of Mental Illness .
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Myth_of_Mental_Illness http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Myth_of_Mental_Illness
While there surely exist some disorders rooted in physical defects of the brain, mental illnesses too often become a means of forcing people into conformity. Thus, the use of illicit drugs is evidence of mental illness and must be treated.
- amichail 18y agoThe two are not mutually exclusive. Mental illness can be used as a means to forcing people into conformity (don't kill!) while also being a direct result of a flawed brain (too violent).