entrusted with the minds of millions of people who are in a less

than perfect mental state. What is it exactly that we expect

from these professionals when we send our loved ones into their

offices? I am not sure what I expected from them, but I know

that I put all my faith and trust in the hands of these capable

professionals and felt less than faithful about their

professionalism and quality of care.

A few months ago, I took my mother to St. Peter's Hospital,

due to her suicidal expressions. I felt helpless as my mother

deteriorated each day, and knew I could not make her better by

myself. We arrived at the hospital emergency room and waited an

hour to see a crisis counselor, this person asked to speak to her

alone for about 20 minutes. After this period I was told my

mother was suffering from minor depression. I asked that she be

I was forced to try to convince her to volunteer. She admitted

supervising her and ensuring she did not harm herself.

How is it that a Psychiatrist can "eyeball" a patient for 25

doctors are not "spot diagnosing" their patients.

health establishments throughout the country in order to get the

professional Psychiatrist. I was left with the responsibility of

Over the last hundred years the science of Psychology has

commit suicide or made suicidal threats?

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