Louis Jolyon West and the Ecological Model of Psychiatric Disorders: A Lecture in Medical History—October 6, 2024

  • Michael T. McGuire
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Abstract

This morning’s lecture will focus on the career of Louis Jolyon West.

Keywords

Psychiatric Disorder Nonhuman Primate Ecological Model Cocaine Abuse Medical School Curriculum 
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