| Infectious Madness: The Surprising Science of How We Catch Mental Illness Contributor(s): Washington, Harriet A. (Author) |
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ISBN: 0316277819 ISBN-13: 9780316277815 Publisher: Little, Brown Spark OUR PRICE: $18.04 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: October 2016 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Medical | Infectious Diseases - Medical | Mental Health |
| Dewey: 616.890 |
| LCCN: 2016499844 |
| Physical Information: 0.9" H x 5.4" W x 8.2" (0.55 lbs) 320 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A groundbreaking look at the connection between germs and mental illness, and how we can protect ourselves. Is it possible to catch autism or OCD the same way we catch the flu? Can a child's contact with cat litter lead to schizophrenia? In her eye-opening new book, National Book Critics Circle Award-winning author Harriet Washington reveals that we can in fact catch mental illness. In Infectious Madness, Washington presents the new germ theory, which posits not only that many instances of Alzheimer's, OCD, and schizophrenia are caused by viruses, prions, and bacteria, but also that with antibiotics, vaccinations, and other strategies, these cases can be easily prevented or treated. Packed with cutting-edge research and tantalizing mysteries, Infectious Madness is rich in science, characters, and practical advice on how to protect yourself and your children from exposure to infectious threats that could sabotage your mental and physical health. |