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Anatomy of an Epidemic: Magic Bullets, Psychiatric Drugs, and the Astonishing Rise of Mental Illness in America,Used
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Updated with bonus material, including a new foreword and afterword with new research, this New York Times bestseller is essential reading for a time when mental health is constantly in the news.In this astonishing and startling book, awardwinning science and history writer Robert Whitaker investigates a medical mystery: Why has the number of disabled mentally ill in the United States tripled over the past two decades?Interwoven with Whitakers groundbreaking analysis of the merits of psychiatric medications are the personal stories of children and adults swept up in this epidemic. As Anatomy of an Epidemic reveals, other societies have begun to alter their use of psychiatric medications and are now reporting much improved outcomes . . . so why cant such change happen here in the United States? Why have the results from these longterm studiesall of which point to the same startling conclusionbeen kept from the public?Our nation has been hit by an epidemic of disabling mental illness, and yet, as Anatomy of an Epidemic reveals, the medical blueprints for curbing that epidemic have already been drawn up.Praise for Anatomy of an EpidemicThe timing of Robert Whitakers Anatomy of an Epidemic, a comprehensive and highly readable history of psychiatry in the United States, couldnt be better.SalonAnatomy of an Epidemic offers some answers, charting controversial ground with mysterynovel pacing.TIMELucid, pointed and important, Anatomy of an Epidemic should be required reading for anyone considering extended use of psychiatric medicine. Whitaker is at the height of his powers. Greg Critser, author of Generation Rx
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main topic of 'Anatomy of an Epidemic'? A: 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' explores the rise of mental illness in America, particularly focusing on the increasing number of disabled mentally ill individuals over the past two decades and the role of psychiatric medications.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' is Robert Whitaker, an award-winning science and history writer.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' contains 432 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' comes in paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' published? A: 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' was published on August 2, 2011.
- Q: What additional content is included in the updated version of the book? A: The updated version includes bonus material such as a new foreword and afterword with new research.
- Q: Is 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' suitable for those unfamiliar with psychiatric topics? A: 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' is written in a comprehensive and highly readable manner, making it suitable for both those familiar and unfamiliar with psychiatric topics.
- Q: What themes are explored in the personal stories included in the book? A: The book interweaves personal stories of children and adults affected by mental illness, highlighting their experiences and the impact of psychiatric medications.
- Q: What critical perspective does Robert Whitaker offer about psychiatric medications? A: Whitaker provides a critical perspective on the use of psychiatric medications, questioning their effectiveness and discussing alternative approaches taken by other societies.
- Q: Is 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' considered a bestseller? A: 'Anatomy of an Epidemic' is a New York Times bestseller, indicating its popularity and critical acclaim.