Critical Psychiatry

Discover the thought-provoking insights of Critical Psychiatry by David Ingleby, published by Free Association Books in 2004. This revised second edition spans 240 pages and delves into the pressing issue of 'mental illness' and the often insufficient responses to it. Ingleby highlights the alarming rise in diagnoses while critiquing the prevailing reductionist biomedical models that dominate the field of psychiatry, along with the over-reliance on medication. This book is more relevant today than ever, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of mental health and the psychiatric profession. Engage with Ingleby’s critical perspective and explore the challenges that continue to shape our understanding of mental illness in contemporary society.