Shrinks

In "Shrinks: The Untold Story of Psychiatry," renowned psychiatrist Jeffrey A. Lieberman invites readers on a captivating journey through the evolution of psychiatry. This discipline has dramatically transformed from its archaic beginnings, marked by inhumane treatment of mental patients, to its current status as a vital, science-based medical field. Lieberman's narrative eloquently charts this progress, detailing how psychiatry overcame its reputation as the "black sheep of medicine" by the mid-20th century. Central to the book are compelling case studies and vivid profiles of influential figures like Sigmund Freud and Eric Kandel, which underscore the maturation of psychiatry into a life-saving profession. Beyond chronicling history, "Shrinks" serves as a powerful advocacy piece, urging society to confront and eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness by recognizing it as a legitimate medical condition. Co-authored with Ogi Ogas, the book was published by Orion in 2016, spanning 352 pages and featuring integrated photographs. It is available in paperback and carries an ISBN of 9781780227016.