Mental Health Pt. 1: Origins

Medical Mysteries - A podcast by Spotify Studios

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Socrates was one of the greatest philosophers of all time—and he heard voices. Pheidippides invented the marathon—and experienced hallucinations. Were these symptoms of mental health conditions, or signs of divine intervention? And how could ancient Greek doctors treat their delusional patients? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices