[Pharmacology and psychotherapy in general practice].

The G. P. is confronted with any kind of illness, with or without a specific label. Most important is the quality of his relationship with the patient, without neglecting a very good theoretical and practical knowledge. Confronted with functional disorders, evident or marked depression, he will usually not have sufficient training for a real psychotherapy. He must acquire a good knowledge of psychopharmacology without being carried away with publicity stunts. Post graduate training of the Balint type is indicated, to get acquainted with the emotional reactions of his patients, to be able to cope with them and at the same time learn to know himself.