Professor Malcolm Hooper and Margaret Williams

Purpose: This document, authored by Margaret Williams on June 9, 2011, critiques a misleading claim published in a Comment by Bleijenberg and Knoop about the PACE trial. It documents efforts to correct the assertion that 30% of PACE trial participants “recovered” following Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Graded Exercise Therapy (GET). The aim is to…

Purpose: This document, authored by Margaret Williams on January 16, 2012, critiques Professor Simon Wessely’s portrayal of his involvement with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), which he equates with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). It challenges Wessely’s claims and examines the controversies surrounding his approach to ME/CFS research and patient advocacy. Key Points: Critique of Wessely’s Claims and…

Purpose: This document, written by Margaret Williams on September 14, 2016, critiques the PACE trial and its implications for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME)/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) research, patient care, and public policy. It raises concerns about the trial’s methodology, findings, and the broader agenda of its investigators, challenging the portrayal of ME/CFS as a behavioral disorder….

Purpose: This document, written by Margaret Williams on February 4, 2012, critiques assertions made by Professors Frank J. M. van Kuppeveld and Jos W. M. van der Meer regarding infectious agents and their association with Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). It aims to challenge their statements and provide extensive biomedical evidence that was seemingly overlooked…

Purpose: This document, authored by Malcolm Hooper and Margaret Williams, critically examines the ongoing conflict between biomedical and psychosocial perspectives on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). It highlights key debates around the PACE Trial, the influence of psychiatry on ME research, and the significance of newly developed International Consensus Criteria for ME. Key Points: The Biomedical vs….

Purpose: This document, authored by Malcolm Hooper and Margaret Williams, critiques an article written by Michael Hanlon for the Sunday Times Magazine. The authors address perceived inaccuracies, biases, and controversial stances in the portrayal of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and the work of Professor Sir Simon Wessely. Key Points: Critique of the Article’s Claims Highlights numerous…

Purpose: This document, authored by Margaret Williams, critically examines the media’s reporting on Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME) and its intersection with government policies, the UK Science Media Centre, and the PACE Trial. It highlights concerns about media bias, misrepresentation of ME/CFS, and the lack of acknowledgment of the biomedical evidence surrounding the condition. Key Points: Media…

Purpose: This document critically examines the portrayal and actions of Professor Simon Wessely regarding Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). Authored by Malcolm Hooper, it raises questions about Wessely’s stance on ME, his claims of harassment by ME patients, and his influence on media and public perceptions. Key Points: Controversial Depictions of ME Patients Discusses Wessely’s characterization of…