From Pills to Presence: A Psychiatrist’s Journey into the Art of Healing
In a compelling essay from The American Psychoanalyst, a young psychiatrist reflects on his unexpected journey from a passion for psychopharmacology to a profound appreciation for psychodynamic care. Initially drawn to psychiatry by the powerful medications it offered, he found his perspective shifting through a pivotal patient encounter in the emergency department. What began as a clinical assessment transformed into a deeply human exchange—one that challenged his scientific bias and illuminated the healing power of conversation. This piece is a must-read for anyone curious about the evolving intersection of medicine, mind, and meaning in modern psychiatric practice.
