Feb. 12, 2025

From Melancholia to Prozac – The History of Depression

From Melancholia to Prozac – The History of Depression
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In this episode ofThe Mad Genius Thesis Podcast, we exploreFrom Melancholia to Prozac by Clark Lawlor, tracing the evolution of depression from ancient Greece to modern psychiatry. How did melancholia, once linked to genius, become a clinical disorder treated with pharmaceuticals?

We examine shifting medical theories, from humors to neurology, and the role of culture, gender, and the pharmaceutical industry in shaping mental health treatment. With figures like Samuel Johnson as case studies, we also consider alternatives beyond the biomedical model.

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