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EPISODE · Jan 11, 2024 · 15 MIN

Dr. Steven Lesk-Footprints of Schizophrenia :The Evolutionary Roots of Mental Illness

from Speaking of Writers · host Steve Richards

What causes schizophrenia? Is it a genetic glitch or are environmental factors at play? A combination of the two? Whatever the reason, what medication and course of action will give the patient the best chance at a normal life? Steven Lesk, MD, has been a practicing, board certified psychiatrist for almost four decades, treating thousands of adult patients while researching, writing articles, and mentoring students. He served as Chairman of the Department of Inpatient Psychiatric Services at the Brooklyn VA Hospital and was assistant professor at the hospital’s affiliated medical school. He lives near Minneapolis, Minnesota. For more info on the book click HERE

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