Freud and his followers played down efforts at gathering such information as a patient's family background, educational and occupational course, intelligence, temperament, habits, medical condition and conscious assumptions.

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For example, using information on a patient's family history, daily nutrition and exercise habits, the app can determine his or her risk for heart disease.

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One way Dr. Drew could extend his compassion is by being transparent about his involvement, profit, funding, and any other information that might help a vulnerable patient or her family make an informed decision before taking it to the TV.

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