History, Psychology, and Society

This segment critiques the field of psychology, arguing that it often overlooks systemic issues in favour of individual explanations for mental health problems. The author contends that psychology, particularly within Western capitalism, serves to blame individuals for societal issues such as anxiety and depression, rather than addressing the root causes stemming from structural forces. The piece suggests that focusing solely on neurotransmitters and pharmaceutical solutions ignores the broader societal stressors impacting well-being. The author advocates for a more holistic, systemic perspective that scrutinises societal structures to understand and address mental health challenges effectively. The post draws inspiration from Max Bennet's book on the history of intelligence and Mark Fisher'sCapitalist Realism. The author sees psychology as a pseudoscience that is unable to provide a useful analysis of societal problems. The author suggests searching for solutions outside the narrow focus that psychology provides.https://philosophics.blog/2025/02/12/history-of-intelligence/