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James Reilly on the ‘over-medicalisation’ of mental health

Yesterday, a discussion was had over the medicalisation of mental health. This was after Tony Bla...

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17.53 14 Jan 2025


James Reilly on the ‘over-medicalisation’ of mental health


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Yesterday, a discussion was had over the medicalisation of mental health.

This was after Tony Blair made a statement saying people are unable to cope with what he considers the everyday “ups and downs” of life, without a label or treatment for a mental condition. A sentiment shared by Brendan Kelly, who was on the show.

James Reilly, former Minister for Health and a practicing GP, joins Kieran to discuss why he disagrees with Tony Blair.


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