For the Book Club -- Lost Connections: Uncovering the Real
Causes of Depression and the Unexpected Solutions
By Johann Hari, 2018
Depression and anxiety are becoming growing epidemic across
the globe. This fascinating book by a sufferer explores the medicalization of
the illnesses and over-reliance on drugs as a solution. Instead he explores social
causes related to disconnection from meaningful work, other people, nature,
meaningful values, childhood trauma, status/respect, and a secure future. He
includes an impressive amount of research to support each cause, and ends with
reasonable, workable, effective solutions for society, communities and for
individuals. As a policy advocate, I appreciated a new perspective and how
policies can support or undermine general mental health. Both inspirational and
useful.
