Psychiatry

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Anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, attention deficit, post-traumatic stress, depression, schizophrenia — one billion individuals on the planet are currently living with a mental health problem. Over the centuries, various experiments have been attempted to alleviate the lives of those affected. This episode takes us through the rich history of psychiatry, from demonic possessions to madhouses, including lobotomies and drug experiments. In the operating room, we witness electroconvulsive therapy treatments, formerly known as “shock therapy.”