Scott Alexander analyzes the potential role of psychopharmacology in the FTX crash, discussing medications used by SBF and others, and their possible effects on decision-making. Longer summary

Scott Alexander discusses the psychopharmacology aspects of the FTX crash, focusing on the medications Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF) and other FTX employees may have been taking. He examines claims about SBF's use of Emsam (selegiline), modafinil, and other stimulants, explaining their effects and potential risks. Scott also critiques the actions of FTX's company psychiatrist and discusses the broader implications of stimulant use in high-pressure work environments. The post ends with Scott's personal anecdote about testifying as an expert witness. Shorter summary

The post critiques the medical malpractice legal system through a neurologist's account of a lawsuit, highlighting flaws in court procedures and expert testimony. Longer summary

This post discusses the flaws in the medical malpractice legal system, based on a neurologist's account of a case where he was sued for not giving heparin to a stroke patient. The story highlights issues such as judges disallowing scientific evidence, expert witnesses giving false testimony, and lawyers engaging in questionable practices. The author uses this to reflect on broader issues in the court system and draws parallels to the lack of public concern about prison conditions, suggesting that people don't care about improving these systems because they don't expect to be personally affected. Shorter summary