8 MARCH 1975, Page 5

Mental health

From Dr J. R. Nelson Sir: If 1 may answer the question posed by Thomas Szasz to Dr Sargant (February 22) persons suffering from cancer or heart disease decide to accept or reject the role of patient with their brain. Those suffering from mental illness do not decide with their heart or other affected organs.

J. R. Nelson Bank House, Markethill, Co. Armagh