Pill

Pill explores the presence of psychiatric pills in modern medicine, revealing how they shape human identities and selves through science, medicine, autobiography, television, cinema, literature, and popular music.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 21 March 2019
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Object Lessons is a captivating series of short books that delves into the hidden lives of ordinary things. One of the most profound statements in this regard is the famous adage, "You are what you eat." This statement holds true especially when it comes to medications, ranging from beta blockers and aspirin to Viagra and epidurals, and particularly psychotropic pills that have the power to transform both our minds and bodies.

In Pill, author Robert Bennett takes us on a thought-provoking journey through science, medicine, autobiography, television, cinema, literature, and popular music to explore the uncanny presence of psychiatric pills. Bennett reveals that modern psychopharmacology represents a brave new world in which human identities, encompassing our thoughts, emotions, personalities, and selves, are increasingly determined by the extraordinary powers of seemingly ordinary pills.

Through his insightful analysis, Bennett challenges our preconceived notions about mental health and the role of medication in shaping our lives. He highlights the ways in which these pills can be used to treat and manage various mental health conditions, as well as the potential risks and side effects associated with their use. Bennett also explores the cultural and societal implications of psychiatric pills, examining how they have been portrayed in popular media and how they have influenced our understanding of mental illness.

Object Lessons is a thought-provoking and informative series that offers valuable insights into the complex relationship between medicine, mental health, and human identity. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the impact of psychiatric pills on our lives and society as a whole.

Weight: 162g
Dimension: 122 x 166 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781501341946