>just wanted to point out that the subject line refers to "mental
>illness" and not just depression. For example, the diagnosis of in
>children who throw temper tantrums or ADD, are diagnoses of mental
>illness. These are examples Petersen uses in her book, showing on
>the healthcare system -- influenced by the practices of
>pharmaceutical companies and insurance companies -- prefer to
>prescribe pills rather than talk therapy.
I believe I may be ODD (oppositional defiance disorder) myself. Have been all my life. But I suspect you may be pulling our leg about it being a recognised illness. Looks no-one is taking the bait though, which must be a disappointment to you. ;-)
Bill Bartlet Bracknell Tas