Dr. Andrew Scull is the Distinguished Professor of Sociology, Emeritus, at UCSD. He has written extensively about the history of psychiatry and the treatment of madness. We discuss why it seems like the more you know about mental illness, the less clear things become. We also explore myths about biology and neuroscience, the likelihood of a clear solution for improving psychotherapy, and the politics that have shaped our mental healthcare systems.

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Introduction: 0:00 – 5:18

Part One: 5:18 – 1:07:11

Show Notes:

• Andrew Scull: UCSD Bio / Amazon Page

• Desperate Remedies: Psychiatry’s Turbulent Quest to Cure Mental Illness