Lost Connections

Feeling disconnected from your life, even when you have everything you're "supposed" to want? This book summary reveals why the conventional story about depression being just a chemical imbalance in your brain is incomplete and what's really causing your pain. You'll discover the nine true causes of depression and anxiety that are often overlooked, from a lack of meaningful work to a loss of connection with nature and other people. Learn the surprising and practical solutions that can help you reconnect and find lasting relief.

Johann Hari is a New York Times best-selling author whose work has been translated into 38 languages and praised by figures from Oprah to Noam Chomsky. After struggling with depression for years and questioning the effectiveness of his own treatment, he embarked on a 40,000-mile journey across the world. Speaking with leading social scientists and individuals who have overcome despair, Hari uncovered the powerful evidence that disconnection is a primary driver of depression, leading to the groundbreaking insights within this book.