I like to see much of the field of psychology as similar to 'early' medicine, or perhaps even our current treatment methods for cancer. The methods are often p

I like to see much of the field of psychology as similar to 'early' medicine, or perhaps even our current treatment methods for cancer. The methods are often primitive, inaccurate, and, in hindsight, sometimes even harmful. But we're doing the best we can, and the goal is (generally) good. And often it's better than nothing. This should not prevent us from criticizing what we deem to be bad or at least faulty solutions, but it is also important to realize that this is an ongoing process, and not to reject the efforts because they're not perfect.