Black and white thinking is undesirable to me so I was surprised by comments criticizing a compromise with the medical model. As a therapist I prefer using all the tools and perspectives available. I was impressed with Peter Kramer’s idea that certain events can affect the hardwiring of the brain. I work on resolving psychosocial issues while being open to the benefits of some medications. I have never felt that the medical model denies the need for psychosocial supports and therapeutic models. Remaining behind one fence or another is not helpful to clients.
Black and white thinking is undesirable to me so I was surprised by comments criticizing a compromise with the medical model. As a therapist I prefer using all the tools and perspectives available. I was impressed with Peter Kramer’s idea that certain events can affect the hardwiring of the brain. I work on resolving psychosocial issues while being open to the benefits of some medications. I have never felt that the medical model denies the need for psychosocial supports and therapeutic models. Remaining behind one fence or another is not helpful to clients.