Join us for episode 17 with Dr. David Mintz, as we explore the intricate world of psychodynamic psychopharmacology! Dr. Mintz discusses an approach to significantly enhances patient outcomes by addressing not just the symptoms but the entire individual. Tune in for an engaging discussion that bridges the gap between medication and the mind's profound narratives, underscoring the indispensable role of empathy and patient-centered care in modern psychiatry. For deeper insights, check out Dr. Mintz's book "Psychodynamic Psychopharmacology:Caring for the Treatment-Resistant Patient". Please like and subscribe so that others can also access this episode. Contact us at psychdebates@gmail.com for more information, feedback, or recommendations for guests.

Join us for Psych Debate 16, where we'll be discussing one of the most current and interesting developments in psychotherapy: psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. Is it a panacea for mental health issues or simply shamanism? Our guest speaker, Dr. Harold Kudler, will provide his insights on the topic. Tune in as we explore the potential benefits and drawbacks of psychedelic-assisted therapy, its implications for clinical practice, and the ethical considerations surrounding its use. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking discussion!

Tom Insel ran the National Institute of Mental Health for 13 years. He left in 2015 after concluding that despite billions in research spending and major scientific breakthroughs, the actual outcomes for people with serious mental illness had gotten worse — suicide rates up 30%, more incarceration, more homelessness. In this conversation, Insel walks through why he walked away from one of the most powerful positions in American psychiatry, why healthcare explains only 10% of health outcomes, and why recovery from serious mental illness comes down to what one street psychiatrist in LA called the three Ps: people, place, and purpose.

Topics: the failure of the medical model, community mental health, ACT teams and clubhouses, why $4 trillion in US health spending hasn't moved mental health outcomes, recovery-oriented care, the role of social determinants, and what psychiatric residency training is missing.

Thomas Insel, MD is the former director of the National Institute of Mental Health and author of Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental Health. He co-founded Mindsite News and serves on the board of Fountain House