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Essays on professional ethics

2 essays

Nov 27, 2014SSC

Such Mixed Feelings About Crazymeds

Scott Alexander reviews the psychiatric medication information site crazymeds.us, praising its quality but explaining why he can't recommend it to patients due to potential offense.

13 min read 1,986 words

Apr 16, 2014SSC

Do You Believe Me, Doc?

Scott Alexander critiques standard psychiatric responses to psychotic patients and proposes more honest, nuanced alternatives based on individual patient circumstances.

9 min read 1,272 words

doctor-patient relationship medical communication medical ethics