Leon Eisenberg

Leon Eisenberg was an influential American psychiatrist and a key figure in the field of mental health. He is best known for his work on Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), where he helped to shape the understanding and diagnosis of the condition. Eisenberg also highlighted the social and environmental factors influencing mental health, advocating for a more comprehensive approach to treatment that considers the individual's context. His contributions have had a lasting impact on psychiatry, particularly in how mental disorders are perceived and addressed in both clinical and societal settings.