Despite his criticisms, did Szasz believe in psychotherapy?
No, he Opposed it
Yes, but Only Between Consenting Adults
Yes, for All Patients
Only in Certain Cases
Answer
Despite his criticisms of traditional psychiatry and the medicalization of mental illness, Thomas Szasz did believe in the potential benefits of psychotherapy. However, he argued that psychotherapy should only be practiced with the full and informed consent of both Therapist and the client.
The Mind of Szasz: A Quiz on the Life and Ideas of Thomas Szasz
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