“Man cannot long survive without air, water, and sleep. Next in importance comes food. And close on its heels, solitude.”
Quote by Thomas Szasz
Work
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
Author
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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