Dr. Peter R. Breggin

Dr. Peter R. Breggin is an American psychiatrist, known for his criticism of psychiatric medication, electroconvulsive therapy, and the COVID-19 response. He advocates for replacing these treatments with psychotherapy, education, empathy, love, and broader human services. Breggin has written numerous books, including “Toxic Psychiatry” and “Talking Back to Prozac,” and has served as a medical expert in cases involving psychiatric drugs. He has been called “the conscience of psychiatry” for his efforts to reform the mental health field and promote caring psychotherapeutic approaches. Books: Breggin has written over 20 books, including “Toxic Psychiatry” and “Talking Back to Prozac.” Critic: He is a critic of psychiatric medication, electroconvulsive therapy, and the COVID-19 response. Reform: Breggin has been called “the conscience of psychiatry” for his efforts to reform the mental health field. Psychotherapy: He advocates for replacing psychiatric treatments with psychotherapy, education, empathy, love, and broader human services. Medical Expert: Breggin has served as a medical expert in criminal and civil cases involving psychiatric drugs, including product-liability suits against drug manufacturers. Private Practice: He is a psychiatrist in private practice in Bethesda, Maryland.