Evidence has repeatedly demonstrated that when marketing is conflated with medical education the consequences can not just be harmful but also undermine the scientific pursuit of objectivity.

RCPsych, social media and “what we believe in”

In May 2019, having shared a series of social media responses to the hashtag #ITakeMedsForMyMentalHealth , the President of the Royal College of Psychiatrists has found herself caught up in … Continue reading RCPsych, social media and “what we believe in”

‘All over the map’

Over the years I have often heard doctors and academics argue that it is sufficient for speakers at educational events to provide a slide at the start of their presentation … Continue reading ‘All over the map’

“Generally regarded as high quality meetings”

I recently shared material from the BAP Summer Meeting 2024. I am not on social media but I understand that the evidence I shared was widely discussed. I have since … Continue reading “Generally regarded as high quality meetings”