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Mental health in the modern world: Capitalism and congruence

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Mental health in the modern world: Capitalism and congruence

Chris Molyneux
4 November 2022

In the final article of this year, I would like to look at the impact of our modern society, and how the increase in mental health issues is likely a perfectly fitting response to the structures and values that we live among. Those with mental health conditions can often be treated as the “unwell”, and need fixing to be able to return to “normal” working life without any adverse reactions. But what if the recent rise in mental health conditions and these reactions are a clear indicator and wholly appropriate response to the world we currently live in?

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