6/27/2023 0 Comments Prozac nation novel![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() Ultimately, that's why the book is so important it reflects two essential aspects of mental health and the public sphere: Firstly, it is another piece of evidence that those who suffer from unseen mental health obstacles, they don't suffer alone. When she interprets reality, she does it through a lens that was shaped by the trauma and horror of her family's divorce. Although these are all universal to the human experience, she experiences them with the full weight of her agony. The unseen battle leaves Wurtzel constantly afflicted and paranoid, and the depression amplifies the negative emotions she naturally experiences in life-the stress of school, work, moving, career, identity. As she notes in the ending of her story, the introduction of better mental health medicine made it less taboo to talk openly about mental health, and by talking about her own mental health, she accomplishes that same goal-to de-stigmatize depression and anxiety. Those who have lived with extreme anxiety or depression likely resonate with Wurtzel's point of view, though, and that's why such a dark book must be written. ![]() Especially if the reader doesn't already know about the world of depression. There is no getting around it, this book is a little dark. Written by people who wish to remain anonymous We are thankful for their contributions and encourage you to make your own. These notes were contributed by members of the GradeSaver community. ![]()
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