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Dr Peter Kinderman argues that mental emotional distress is not a sign of illness but a symptom of social causes and pressure.
Depression, anxiety and even schizophrenia can be serious and debilitating experiences for people; but Dr Kinderman says the causes of these symptoms will not be found inside the brain but rather outside the person.