By Peter C. Gøtzsche – 40 Q&As – Unbekoming Book Summary
UNBEKOMING
JAN 1, 2025
In truth, I had underestimated just how vile psychiatry truly is, and I’m actively working to correct that.
I’m open to being corrected, but it seems to me that vaccination marked the first instance of "industrial-scale corruption," followed by oncology, driven by Flexner and the creation of the AMA under Rockefeller’s influence, with psychiatry trailing closely behind.
While reviewing and summarizing this book, the penny finally dropped about the “chemical imbalance” myth—I had unquestionably fallen for that one.
Gøtzsche is a big deal and he paid special attention to psychiatry in this book:
Peter C. Gøtzsche's book, "Is Psychiatry a Crime Against Humanity?" is a scathing critique of modern psychiatry, challenging its core principles and practices. Gøtzsche argues that the field is built upon a foundation of harmful myths, particularly the chemical imbalance theory, which he contends is a marketing ploy to push psychiatric drugs. He criticizes the widespread use of these medications, claiming they are rarely necessary, often ineffective, and carry a high risk of serious side effects, including addiction, suicide, and death.
The book meticulously deconstructs common beliefs about psychiatric treatments, including the notion of easy withdrawal from antidepressants and the idea that these drugs improve long-term outcomes. Gøtzsche exposes the myth of antipsychotic benefits, arguing that they can shrink the brain and may not improve long-term outcomes for patients. He highlights the dangers of overdiagnosis and overmedication, fueled by the pharmaceutical industry's influence. The book champions a more humane, patient-centered approach, advocating for psychotherapy and other non-drug therapies, informed consent, and an end to forced treatment. Ultimately, "Is Psychiatry a Crime Against Humanity?" calls for a radical transformation of mental health care based on scientific evidence, ethical principles, and respect for patients' rights.
With thanks to Peter C. Gøtzsche.
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~ Jerry Marzinsky
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