217. this book explains why we’re actually depressed [mental health book club series]

#217 In this week's solo episode, I am sharing one of my absolute favorite mental health books as a part of my new book club series! This week's pick is Lost Connections by Johann Hari, a New York Times bestselling book that explores what truly causes (and fixes!) depression. In this episode, I break down my favorite quotes and teachings from the book, on topics including: + the chemical imbalance theory & why we're over-prescribed anti-depressants+ a theory that explains why people actually get depressed+ debunking other theories of depression based on the research+ the crucial relationship between grief & depression + nine disconnections in our lives that can cause depression + how loneliness can change our physical & mental health + what psychology says about materialism when it comes to depression+ childhood trauma & its impact on depression + modern society's emphasis on status & its impact on mental health+ how living in a city versus a rural environment affects mental health+ if some of us are genetically wired to be depressed + seven ways to solve your depression MENTIONED+ Lost Connections: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1632868318?...+ Johann Hari interview: https://shepersistedpodcast.com/podca...+ Hans Schroder interview: https://shepersistedpodcast.com/podca...+ ACEs criteria: