Tag: authoritarianism
On Whose Authority?
The problem with authoritarianism is that it shuts down the possibility of ordinary people (thatâs all of us) creating anything new. Can therapists give up our addiction to knowing whatâs âthe right path,â whatâs the âsmartâ answer, whatâs the solution to the problem, in favor of supporting our clients to create new ways of building their lives?
Why Many Doctors Are Authoritarians â and Harmful
It is important to illuminate the authoritarian nature of mental health professionalsâespecially those who have not rebelled in any way against their professional socialization. Here I will summarize an analysis from the Journal of Medical Ethics on the variables in âcontemporary medical cultureâ that produce doctors who are authoritarian and harmful.
Teaching Philosophy Helps Safeguard Society
From Aeon:Â "Teaching philosophy to children has been shown to sharpen reasoning and communication skills. Moreover, students who engage in philosophical thinking are better able...
Underestimating Social Determinants of Health Linked to Right-Wing Authoritarianism
Social determinants have been seen to have an equal, if not greater, influence on health as individual behaviors, yet this evidence is largely ignored. Researchers investigate why this is the case.