Dr Tim Read on archetypal crises

Dr Tim Read is a consultant psychiatrist who worked for 20 years at the Royal Free Hospital. He's also the author of Walking Shadows: Archetype and Psyche in Crisis and Growth, and a member of the Psychiatry and Spirituality working group of the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Here, he discusses 'archetypal crises' - moments which can combine aspects of spiritual awakening with psychotic episodes. How should individuals, families and psychiatrists deal with such moments, to guide them to positive outcomes. Check out also the videos from the London Philosophy Club event on spiritual experiences, which features Dr Read, here: //www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Jc1rjmJG5s&list=PLx1iI_bKDuXHMjgT81NBpeQN-o-o6xoIC