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72. Part 2: Inpatient Psychiatric Care Exposed: The Polarizing Views for Reform w/ Dr. Morgan Shields
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In the United States., psychiatric healthcare seems to be caught between two extreme ideologies...
Dr. Morgan Shields, Assistant Professor at the WashU Brown School in St. Louis, is back for part 2 after sharing her VERY personal experiences with the inpatient psychiatric setting. If you haven’t listened or watched part 1, make sure to go back one week and hit play.
On one side, there’s a push to expand inpatient psych beds—just add more space, and things will improve. On the other, some advocate for the complete abolition of psychiatric hospitals, believing that getting rid of them is the real solution.
Two drastically different views—but why is the debate so polarized? And is either approach truly the answer?
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Takeaways:
- In this episode, we dive into the complex world of inpatient psychiatric care and its challenges, highlighting the need for better patient-centered practices.
- Dr. Shields emphasizes the alarming lack of accountability in psychiatric hospitals, suggesting that simply admitting someone doesn't guarantee quality care.
- We explore the contrasting ideologies in psychiatric care reform, from expanding bed capacity to advocating for community-based alternatives like peer respites.
- The differences in care quality between for-profit and nonprofit psychiatric facilities raise important questions about patient welfare and institutional priorities.
- Our discussion reveals how institutional betrayal can occur when patients feel let down by the systems meant to protect them, emphasizing the importance of trust in healthcare.
- Ultimately, we want to encourage listeners who’ve faced negative experiences in psychiatric settings to know they’re not alone, and change is possible.
*The views expressed in this episode are those of the guest and do not represent the views of Global Health Pursuit Podcast or the host. This discussion is for educational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered medical advice or a generalization of inpatient psychiatric care. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health concerns, we encourage seeking support from a qualified professional.*
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