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The Iatrogenic Gaze: How We Forgot That Psychiatry Could Be Harmful

Mad in America

Doctors became hypnotized by the appearance of “science”, even if the literature they consulted was essentially pharmaceutical advertising. Such optimism would be disappointed by dwindling pharmaceutical progress in the later half of the century. When medications did cause harm, the doctors were completely blind to it.

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A kaleidoscope approach to leading: Five perspective shifts that can foster innovation

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In Tony’s work as a leadership coach, he worked with a pharmaceutical CEO who realized that her company’s long-term vision had become blurred. They significantly increased efficiency by delegating the task of optimizing each stage to specific team leaders. Periscope Perspective: Look out!

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Escaping The Shackles of Psychiatry: What I’ve Seen and Survived, as Both Doctor and Patient

Mad in America

Even psychopaths delegate their heinous crimes to their followers. Coming to The Truth, and Sharing it With My Family In every setting, a leader by definition has supporters. Those in positions of power or responsibility always seem to have enough people willing to suck up to them, do their bidding, and carry out their tasks.

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Lessons from a Global Psychiatric Conference: The Good, the Bad, and the Complicated

Mad in America

The pharmaceutical industry in this conference was treated like a creepy rich uncle who you must invite to the family reunion but then also strategically ignore. Unlike what I had read about the savviness of pharmaceutical representatives, reps here were only mildly interested in selling their products and knew even less about them.

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SUCCESS’ 2025 Women of Influence

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Nicole Hullihen COO of OnTheClock After embarking on a career journey that began in the automotive industry, Hullihen pursued entrepreneurship before returning to a more corporate stay in pharmaceutical, biotech and luxury goods, where she excelled in various roles that required leadership, analytical abilities and problem-solving.