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John P. Vanderpool, MD

Arch Gen Psychiatry. 1973;29(1):134-137.

Abstract
This paper demonstrates through historical and current examples that there has been and is a persistent tendency to try to solve serious mental problems quickly and simply. An analysis of some of the factors that have contributed to this wishful quest is given, followed by a review of several specific past and present efforts: the Age of Miracles, mesmerism and hypnosis, galvanism, cocaine, orgone therapy, infected teeth (Cotton), dianetics, The Primal Scream, the New Left. It is hoped that, because of this review, the tendency toward finding instant solutions to complex emotional problems will be lessened.

Author Affiliations
Galveston, Tex

From the Department of Neurology and Psychiatry, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, Tex.

Footnotes
Accepted for publication March 12, 1973.

Reprint requests to Department of Psychiatry, University of Texas Medical Branch, Galveston, TX 77550 (Dr. Vanderpool).

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