"Psychologist?"
Mr. Enriques looked at Shard with some surprise. Shard nodded, having heard Dr. Schneider describe his work:
"Marital issues can lead to some psychological problems. Of course, they're just minor issues, not real illnesses, such as depression, loss of appetite, fear of sharing a bed at night, or preferring to smoke in the alley next to the house after work instead of going straight home. If you have these symptoms, a psychologist could help you manage them."
Shard added:
"Don't take the psychologist's medicine; those are just placebos. Just talking to them is enough."
In this era, there are no effective medications for psychological problems.
Mr. Enriques nodded, obviously moved by Shard's suggestion:
"Yes, maybe talking to a professional would be better... I have a friend."
He cautiously looked at Shard but relaxed when he saw Shard had no particular expression:
