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'''Sally Satel''' is an American psychiatrist based in Washington, D.C. She is a lecturer at the Yale University School of Medicine, the W.H. Brady Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, and author of several books. Satel's work explores mental health policy as well as the intersection of medicine and society. She is a proponent of using incentives to encourage drug addicts to seek out and remain in treatment.
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'''Sally Satel''' is an American [[psychiatrist]] and author known for her work on [[mental health]], [[addiction]], and [[health policy]]. She is a resident scholar at the [[American Enterprise Institute]] and a lecturer at the [[Yale University School of Medicine]].


== Early life and education ==
==Early life and education==
Satel was born in [[New Jersey]] and attended college at [[Cornell University]], where she received her Bachelor of Arts degree. She then went on to earn her medical degree from [[Brown University]]'s Alpert Medical School. Following her graduation, Satel completed her residency in psychiatry at [[Yale University]].
Sally Satel was born in [[New York City]]. She completed her undergraduate studies at [[Cornell University]], where she developed an interest in psychology and medicine. She went on to earn her medical degree from the [[Brown University Alpert Medical School]].


== Career ==
==Career==
Satel has held several positions throughout her career, including staff psychiatrist at the [[Oasis Clinic]] in Washington, D.C. and professor of psychiatry at Yale University. She has also been a fellow at the American Enterprise Institute since 2000.
Satel began her career as a practicing psychiatrist, focusing on the treatment of [[addiction]] and [[mental illness]]. Her clinical work informed her views on health policy and the intersection of medicine and society.


In addition to her work in psychiatry, Satel is a prolific writer. She has authored several books, including "PC, M.D.: How Political Correctness Is Corrupting Medicine" and "Brainwashed: The Seductive Appeal of Mindless Neuroscience". Her writing has also appeared in publications such as The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and The Atlantic.
===American Enterprise Institute===
Satel joined the [[American Enterprise Institute]] (AEI) as a resident scholar, where she conducts research and writes on topics related to health policy, addiction, and mental health. Her work often challenges conventional views and emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and the social determinants of health.


== Views and advocacy ==
===Yale University===
Satel's work often explores controversial topics within the field of mental health. She is known for her advocacy of incentive-based treatments for drug addiction, a stance that has been met with both praise and criticism. Satel argues that offering tangible rewards to drug addicts can motivate them to stay in treatment and maintain sobriety.
In addition to her role at AEI, Satel is a lecturer at the [[Yale University School of Medicine]], where she teaches courses on psychiatry and health policy. Her academic work is characterized by a focus on the practical implications of psychiatric research and policy.


== Publications ==
==Publications==
* ''PC, M.D.: How Political Correctness Is Corrupting Medicine'' (2001)
Satel has authored several books and numerous articles on topics related to psychiatry and health policy. Her notable works include ''PC, M.D.: How Political Correctness is Corrupting Medicine'' and ''Brainwashed: The Seductive Appeal of Mindless Neuroscience'', co-authored with [[Scott Lilienfeld]].
* ''Brainwashed: The Seductive Appeal of Mindless Neuroscience'' (2013)


== References ==
==Views and controversies==
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Satel is known for her controversial views on topics such as [[organ donation]], [[mental health treatment]], and the role of [[neuroscience]] in public policy. She has argued for market-based solutions to organ shortages and has been critical of what she perceives as the over-medicalization of mental health issues.


== External links ==
==Related pages==
* [https://www.aei.org/profile/sally-satel/ Profile at the American Enterprise Institute]
* [[American Enterprise Institute]]
* [[Yale University School of Medicine]]
* [[Psychiatry]]
* [[Addiction]]


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Latest revision as of 14:23, 22 February 2025

American psychiatrist and author


File:Sally satel 2854.JPG
Sally Satel speaking at an event

Sally Satel is an American psychiatrist and author known for her work on mental health, addiction, and health policy. She is a resident scholar at the American Enterprise Institute and a lecturer at the Yale University School of Medicine.

Early life and education[edit]

Sally Satel was born in New York City. She completed her undergraduate studies at Cornell University, where she developed an interest in psychology and medicine. She went on to earn her medical degree from the Brown University Alpert Medical School.

Career[edit]

Satel began her career as a practicing psychiatrist, focusing on the treatment of addiction and mental illness. Her clinical work informed her views on health policy and the intersection of medicine and society.

American Enterprise Institute[edit]

Satel joined the American Enterprise Institute (AEI) as a resident scholar, where she conducts research and writes on topics related to health policy, addiction, and mental health. Her work often challenges conventional views and emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and the social determinants of health.

Yale University[edit]

In addition to her role at AEI, Satel is a lecturer at the Yale University School of Medicine, where she teaches courses on psychiatry and health policy. Her academic work is characterized by a focus on the practical implications of psychiatric research and policy.

Publications[edit]

Satel has authored several books and numerous articles on topics related to psychiatry and health policy. Her notable works include PC, M.D.: How Political Correctness is Corrupting Medicine and Brainwashed: The Seductive Appeal of Mindless Neuroscience, co-authored with Scott Lilienfeld.

Views and controversies[edit]

Satel is known for her controversial views on topics such as organ donation, mental health treatment, and the role of neuroscience in public policy. She has argued for market-based solutions to organ shortages and has been critical of what she perceives as the over-medicalization of mental health issues.

Related pages[edit]