Some scholars, including proponents of transactional analysis, have expressed concern over the popularization of oversimplified psychological concepts as self help methods. Peter Hartley's Interpersonal Communication noted the relative lack of academic review and interest in popular mental healthcare as opposed to physical healthcare in his overview of transactional analysis.
Some scholars, including proponents of transactional analysis, have expressed concern over the widespread adoption of simplified psychological concepts as self-help methods. Peter Hartley's book "Interpersonal Communication" highlights the limited academic scrutiny and interest in popular mental health practices compared to physical healthcare.