Max Fink
Max Fink (born May 1, 1923) is an American psychiatrist known for his work on electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and lithium.
Early life and education[edit | edit source]
Max Fink was born on May 1, 1923, in New York City. He received his medical degree from the New York University School of Medicine in 1945.
Career[edit | edit source]
Fink's career has been dedicated to the study and application of ECT and lithium in the treatment of psychiatric disorders. He has written extensively on these topics, and his work has been influential in the field of psychiatry.
In the 1950s, Fink began his work on ECT at the State University of New York (SUNY). He conducted research on the physiological effects of ECT and developed guidelines for its use.
In the 1970s, Fink turned his attention to the use of lithium in the treatment of bipolar disorder. His research contributed to the acceptance of lithium as a standard treatment for this condition.
Fink has also been involved in the development of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM), serving on the task force for the third edition of the manual.
Recognition[edit | edit source]
Fink has received numerous awards for his contributions to psychiatry, including the American Psychiatric Association's Sarnat Prize in 2005.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Electroconvulsive therapy
- Lithium pharmacology
- Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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