Robert Whitaker Books
Robert Whitaker is an award-winning writer who has provided extensive coverage on issues regarding mental health and the pharmaceutical industry. He is the author of several critically-acclaimed books, including Mad in America, The Mapmaker’s Wife and On the Laps of Gods.
Anatomy of an Epidemic
What's Anatomy of an Epidemic about?
Anatomy of an Epidemic (2010) traces the development of mental health medications and the relationship between pharmaceutical companies and the field of psychiatry. These blinks bust the myths we’re told about such drugs, and, in the process, may make you question the wisdom of fighting psychological ills with a panoply of pills.
Who should read Anatomy of an Epidemic?
- Readers with mental health issues in their family
- Citizens concerned about public health conditions
- Legislators and civil servants
Mad in America
What's Mad in America about?
Mad in America examines the history of psychiatric treatment in the United States and challenges the conventional wisdom about mental illness. Author Robert Whitaker presents compelling evidence that the current medical model may be doing more harm than good. Drawing on extensive research and personal stories, the book offers a thought-provoking critique of the pharmaceutical industry and the way we approach mental health.
Who should read Mad in America?
Individuals interested in the history and current state of mental health treatment
Those who want to understand the potential drawbacks and limitations of psychiatric medications
People who are open to exploring alternative perspectives on mental illness and its management