• Author: Peter D. Kramer
• ISBN: 9780140266719
• Format: Paperback
• Publisher: Penguin Books
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• Pages: Approximately 400
• Genre: Psychology, Mental Health, Cultural Criticism
• Explores the social and ethical implications of SSRI antidepressants like Prozac.
• Discusses cosmetic psychopharmacology and its impact.
• Examines Prozac's influence on personality, self-perception, and social interactions.

In "Listening to Prozac," psychiatrist Peter D. Kramer explores the profound impact of Prozac and similar SSRIs on society. He delves into the ethical and philosophical questions raised by these medications, examining their effects on our understanding of self, personality, and mental well-being. Kramer investigates how Prozac has reshaped our cultural landscape, prompting debates about authenticity and the pursuit of happiness. This analysis challenges readers to consider the broader implications of pharmacological interventions in shaping human experience and sparks discussion about mental health and identity in the modern world.