In this episode of Healthcare is Human, series creator Ryan McCarthy shares his experience with gaslighting during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hear how he battles misinformation, internet hoaxes, and hostility towards science - all while trying to provide primary care to his patients.
Dr. McCarthy reviews the history of the term “gas light” and explains its origin from a 1930’s British play. He lays out the case that gaslighting is a major ongoing threat to American medicine.
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