In this latest PCBH (Primary Care Behavioral Health) Corner, Dr. Bauman sits down with Dr. Allen Frances, former chair of the American Psychiatric Association’s task force overseeing the development of the DSM-IV, to discuss the importance of behavioral health providers “saving normal,” and being cautious about over diagnosing in primary care. He specifically discusses the important role that primary care plays in helping people with mental health concerns, importance of staying curious and taking advantage of every moment with patients, and much more! This one will definitely challenge assumptions and looking forward to hearing where everyone’s minds go! Definitely check out Dr. Frances’ incredible book, Saving Normal: An Insider’s Revolt against Out-of-Control Psychiatric Diagnosis, DSM-5, Big Pharma, and the Medicalization of Ordinary Life
3. Psychiatry’s lack of science masked by pharmaceuticals
