Firestormm
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So I think I'd give more credence to the extensive objective evidence available, instead of one person's subjective opinions, regardless of that person's status.
Indeed, Valentijn, or to one's interpretation of those opinions I can assure you that what you perceive to be a 'pro-psychiatry' stance is nothing of the sort, but please do not take my word for it - sure IVI will come along and speak for himself.
It is quite funny though, when you think about it, how what is said by way of comment on a forum, is taken to mean that a person 'believes' so and so, isn't it? Well I think it is.
If someone - say me - posts a comment based on something - is that a reflection of my entire understanding? Or an invitation to debate what I might have said?
I think sometimes people think we are here writing dissertations. I really do. It's rather like healthcare - take from it what you will - engage with it how you like - form an opinion of it but don't assume your interpretation is shared by anyone else or by the whole - or that your interpretation is correct.
Whether I have an Oxbridge education or one from Wales, or have worked for some leading economists, or am one myself, or have made so much money in my time for others that I should not now be reliant upon the NHS, whatever my background, my comments at any particular time are not necessarily a reflection of who I am or how highly you should rate my contribution.
It's a forum. Personally I value all contributions. I don't expect y'all to agree with mine or I to agree with yours. It's a forum. Only wish I could buy and sell fruit and veg here too
Happy Xmas