This book conveyed some great, new insights on the field of depression. It is written more for the higher-educated than for the common folk. As a person who has read Kramer's 'Listening to Prozac,' I kept waiting and hoping that Kramer would clarify the changes (if any) in his thinking since his former popular, best-selling book. Most people understand that medical studies, medical technology and medical understanding can change a person's view on some issues, but it seemed like Kramer was unable or unwilling to verbalize the possible changes in some of his beliefs since 'Listening to Prozac." I kept waiting for him to say, 'I think that now, with what we know, there are more instances that the use of antidepressants may be more beneficial to people because..." But, it never happened. For first time readers of his work, the book is excellent. But, for those who have read some of Kramer's previous work, you may be left with the feeling that you just want to sit him down and outright interview him so you can ask him where he stands NOW.

Depression means lost happiness and well-being which means lost productivity. Come on: depression is romantic. Read Russell David Harper's BALD to see why.