An account, both harrowing and amusing, of the author's dependence on Prozac, prescribed for her after a series of suicide attempts and breakdowns. She describes her experiences and her determination to get herself off medication.

In this comprehensive history of psychiatry, Edward Shorter examines the evolution of psychiatric theory and practice from the 18th century to the present. The text argues for a return to biological roots and treatments of mental illness, as opposed to social roots.

Looks at the uses and abuses of electroconvulsive therapy and drug therapy in the USA. The book details the success of talking therapy , and other psychosocial interventions in helping people diagnosed as schizophrenic, depressed, panic disordered, hyperactive, and learning disabled.

This is a guide to the safe treatment of depression and other psychiatric problems. This text documents the side-effects associated with serotonin-boosting medications, and it indicates through research that there is a link between these drugs and suicide and violence.

Because of the importance of what it regulates, the FDA comes under tremendous political, industry, and consumer pressure. From 'designer' babies and abortion to the price of prescription drugs and the role of government itself, this title takes readers on an intriguing journey into the world of the most powerful consumer agency.

This work provides answers to over 100 questions about antidepressants. It details how these drugs work in the brain, how they treat (or don't treat) depression and obsessive-compulsive, panic, and other disorders; and the documented side and withdrawal effects.