Episode 198: Is Mental Illness a Myth? (Thomas Szasz's "The Myth of Mental Illness")

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from Very Bad Wizards · host Tamler Sommers & David Pizarro

David and Tamler explore Thomas Szasz's provocative and still relevant 1961 book "The Myth of Mental Illness," the topic selected by our beloved Patreon supporters. When we think of mental disorders as "diseases," are we making a category mistake? Are we turning ordinary "problems in living" into pathologies that must be treated (with pills or psychoanalysis)? Does this model rob us of our autonomy in direct or indirect ways? Plus, with VBW 200 only 2 episodes away we give our top 3 dream guests, and David dons his punditry cap to break down the first presidential debate, which already seems like six months ago. Sponsored By: Hello Fresh: Get healthy, fresh meals delivered to your doorstep with Hello Fresh. As a special deal for our listeners, use the code 80verybadwizards and get a total of $80 off across 5 boxes, including free shipping on your first box! Promo Code: 80verybadwizards BetterHelp: You deserve to be happy. BetterHelp online counseling is there for you. Connect with your professional counselor in a safe and private online environment. Our listeners get 10% off the first month by visiting Betterhelp.com/vbw. Promo Code: VBW Support Very Bad Wizards Links: Agnes Callard | Department of Philosophy David Chase - Wikipedia Donald Glover - Wikipedia David Lynch - Wikipedia Pedro Martínez - Wikipedia Elon Musk's Neuralink is neuroscience theater | MIT Technology Review Thomas Szasz - Wikipedia The Myth of Mental Illness - Wikipedia

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