Posted by JahL on March 3, 2001, at 10:55:17
In reply to Re: Dr. Bob, would you have a reply » steve, posted by ShelliR on March 3, 2001, at 9:57:05
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> Under FAQ on psychobabble, written by Dr. Bob:
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> What's going on here?
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> The main idea is to give those who use my sites a way to interact with each other. In particular, this may foster interchange between professionals and the public. In general, I think that's a good
> thing, but this isn't a perfect world, so I must also remind you:
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> Don't necessarily believe everything you hear. Just because you see something on the Internet doesn't mean it's true. THE ONLY MESSAGES HERE I TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR ARE MY OWN. (My caps)
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> What you say may conceivably be used against you. Professionals, especially, should be careful not to establish unintentional therapist-patient relationships.
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> shelliExactly. Driving cars is dangerous (& unlike meds, has no positive impact on yr hlth). This doesn't mean we can't discuss the pleasures of the open road or advertise cars for sale. In yr country Steve it would be unconstitutional to prevent such discussion.
This site fosters the exchange of info that most pdocs just aren't aware of & which would otherwise not be in the public domain.
Steve, medical books facilitate dx, & offer treatment algorithms which anyone minded to do so could instigate for themselves. Would you advocate curtailing public access to these (thus leading to patient ignorance-a manifestly bad thing)?
Thanx 4 bringing the FAQ 2 my attn, Shelli. Dr Bob has covered himself by issuing disclaimers & as such, has no case to answer.
J
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