It's interesting how you mention misconceptions regarding how psychology holding the answers to all of mankind and the human conditions common struggle is actually pretty common, and it's very sad to see. There definitely is a lot of misinformation out there and you're doing a great job clearing some of these up with your blog.
Positive psychology definitely does have a major influence on mental health, and a lot of the time, subsequently physical health benefits greatly as it is manifested as increased energy and mental clarity as a result of not being weighed down by a negative mental state. I mean, who can feel 'healthy' with brain fog every day?
Of course nobody who knows what they're talking about is saying that medication is not the way to go and all medication is bad in all clinical cases, it's just simply many people who go on medications for their mental health issues could do just fine without them and potentially are misdiagnosed, or simply exhibit symptoms of an illness that are very similar without having the illness and could benefit with a little positivity in their lives.
Thanks for making such a well written post for the average Steemian to learn and explore this super innovating field of psychology. I'm so glad I discovered your blog.
Well @chunger, you may consider yourself as an average Steemian, but this is no average comment! Thank you so much for adding your incredible reflection on psychology, positive psychology and medication to this debate! I truly appreciate it.
All the best to you.