There is no universally agreed-upon definition of what a holistic mental healthcare system would look like. In my own personal evolution as a Cleveland area physician and a psychiatrist during the last three decades, I have reached conclusions about how to best alleviate the suffering of my patients. Some of these views could be challenging. Here are some of my principles for a holistic approach to mental health care:
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