Busting Mental Illness Myths with Dr. Benjamin Griffeth
In this episode we debunk common myths about mental health and explain why mental illnesses are medical conditions of the brain, not character flaws. Dr. Benjamin Griffeth, MD, psychiatrist with Prisma Health, walks listeners through how genetics, biology, psychology, and social factors all shape mental illness and recovery. You’ll hear clear explanations about mental illness stigma, brain disorders, therapy benefits, medication management, and evidence-based psychiatric treatment so you can recognize when to seek help. For more episodes and resources visit prismahealth.org/podcast.
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