“Every act of conscious learning requires the willingness to suffer an injury to one's self-esteem. That is why young children, before they are aware of their own self-importance, learn so easily.”
Quote by Thomas Szasz
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Words to the Wise: A Medical-Philosophical Dictionary
This dictionary offers definitions and explanations of medical and philosophical concepts, providing a resource for understanding complex ideas in both fields. more
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Thomas Szasz
Thomas Szasz, born on April 15, 1920 in Hungary, was a renowned American psychiatrist, writer, and philosopher. He is known for his critical views on psychiatry and liberalism, particularly his skepticism about the nature of mental illness and his emphasis on individual freedom. more
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