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This debate has been going on for years. Most psychologists prior to the drug revolution believed that psychological problems were caused by problems stemming from childhood. ie Freud, Jung, Erickson. It wasn't until the Thorazine generation of psychiatrists came along that of the heredity theory gained acceptance. Both sides have argued back and forth citing study after study that their theories are correct. I'm sure that this new "study" is no different from the old studies and the debate will continue. Why fight about it, do you ask. Money of course. If psycologists can prove that mental disorders are behavioral and that therapy is the cure, then there will be an increase in demand for psychologists. However, they are battling a very powerful and controlling American Medical Association who gets their money from screening patients and presribing drugs. Why cure a disease that employs so many? I think that either way, the patient loses.

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I think It's rather humorous that patients with mild psychological disorders go to psychiatrists for help. Most psychiatrists only have a couple of classes in psychology. The bulk of their education is centered around medicine. Much to the dismay of the AMA, the US Army has started a program that allows psychologists to prescribe certain medications. It has been a complete success. I guess psychiatrists will have to learn something about psychology and take a pay cut.