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“it must depend as much upon the patient's willingness to be cured, as upon the physician's skill in curing. There is neither force not magic in psychiatry.” quote by Phyllis Bottome
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“it must depend as much upon the patient's willingness to be cured, as upon the physician's skill in curing. There is neither force not magic in psychiatry.”

Phyllis Bottome

About This Quote

Source Book: The Dark Tower, 1935

Effective treatment depends on both patient willingness and physician skill; psychiatry lacks magical cures.

In simple terms: Healing needs patient cooperation and doctor expertise, not magic.

Key Takeaway

Focus on collaborative care.

Themes

healthcare patient agency psychiatry

Mood

empathetic thoughtful

Type

clinical motivational

When to use this quote

  • clinical practice
  • mental health counseling
  • patient education
  • treatment planning

Key Concepts

therapeutic alliance clinical skill

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can clinicians boost patient willingness?
  • What role does hope play in therapy?
A Different Perspective

Patient may lack motivation despite skilled care.

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