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Americans have traditionally placed great value on self-reliance and fortitude. Recent decades, however, have seen the rise of a therapeutic ethic that views Americans as emotionally underdeveloped, requiring the ministrations of mental health professionals to cope with life’s vicissitudes. Today, having a book for every ailment, a counselor for every crisis, a lawsuit for every grievance, and a TV show for every problem degrades one’s native ability to cope with life’s challenges.
Drawing on established science and common sense, the authors reveal how “therapism” and the burgeoning trauma industry have come to pervade our lives. Topical, provocative, and wryly amusing, One Nation under Therapy demonstrates that “talking about” problems is no substitute for confronting them.
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"Rather opionionated, and I don't necessarily agree with all of this, but some valid points are made and I think this is worth a read. More importantly, it does say something about how mental issues are too often diagnosed to people in America (and certain other parts of the world)."
— Stephi (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Sommers and Satel’s book is a summons to the sensible worry that national enfeeblement must result when ‘therapism’ replaces the virtues on which the republic was founded—stoicism, self-reliance, and courage.”
— Washington Post -
“[Sommers and Satel] review the relevant literature, letting its conclusions speak for themselves…they don’t have to apply spin to be convincing…Well-written, well-informed public affairs argumentation.”
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“A gauntlet-throwing assessment…certain to spark reflection and conversation.”
— Kirkus Reviews
One Nation Under Therapy Listener Reviews
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" A very interesting read & I agree with much of it. Great references and backup material...not just their opinion. Parts of it can be tough to get through due to "doctor speak". "
— Nate, 1/6/2014 -
" Really annoying, couldnt agree with much "
— Carol, 12/29/2013 -
" worthwhile but a bit Ditto-head. not the same calibre as "creating mental illness". "
— P.S., 8/19/2013 -
" I would recommend reading sections of this book but not the entire thing. I found it uneven, with some parts leading me to consider our culture in a new light, but others seeming obvious. "
— Amy, 7/26/2013 -
" you are over medicated and fussed over to the point of absurdity. must read for anyone who (like me) feels better than everyone else. "
— Ryan, 7/9/2013 -
" It's high time someone pointed out the insanity of modern therapy and our willingness to trust this new false priesthood with our mental health. The critical data presented are powerful and sobering. Get off that couch, America, you have been seduced by the followers of a madman. "
— James, 7/9/2012 -
" great thoughts on how we teach our kids how to act like victoms "
— Marcia, 6/24/2012 -
" This was a difficult read. Skip the first chapter and come back to it at the end if you are still interested in the book. "
— Laurie, 5/21/2012 -
" The purpose of this book is to make an arguement (and further an agenda) so obviously the evidence is cherry picked, but the points are interesting to ponder nonetheless. "
— Janna, 5/10/2012 -
" An interesting book at how incorrect ideas about psychology have negatively affected Americans. The book was a bit light and not well-balanced, but it was a decent read. I was especially interested in the section discussing personal responsibility vs. blaming problems on brain disorders. "
— maven, 11/19/2011 -
" This book criticises the way the mental health profession has disempowered people and made 'normal' abnormal. It is a very readable book for one that references a lot of research. "
— Heather, 11/13/2011 -
" This book gave me lots of food for thought! Rushing in to quickly to help can give the wrong message and actually make matters worse. It is going on my list of recommended books for our Esperanza educators. "
— Barbara, 7/7/2011 -
" Great book for therapists and those in the helping profession. "
— Patricia, 4/24/2011 -
" not my natural perspective, but gave good food for thought. "
— Libby, 11/15/2010 -
" Usually, I'm a non-fiction HATER. However, I like this book because...I agree with it. "
— Leah, 6/18/2010 -
" Really annoying, couldnt agree with much "
— Carol, 4/20/2010 -
" not my natural perspective, but gave good food for thought. "
— Libby, 1/12/2010 -
" A very interesting read & I agree with much of it. Great references and backup material...not just their opinion. Parts of it can be tough to get through due to "doctor speak". "
— Nate, 4/19/2009 -
" This was a difficult read. Skip the first chapter and come back to it at the end if you are still interested in the book. "
— Laurie, 12/17/2008 -
" I would recommend reading sections of this book but not the entire thing. I found it uneven, with some parts leading me to consider our culture in a new light, but others seeming obvious. "
— Amy, 10/31/2008 -
" Usually, I'm a non-fiction HATER. However, I like this book because...I agree with it. "
— Leah, 8/25/2008 -
" The purpose of this book is to make an arguement (and further an agenda) so obviously the evidence is cherry picked, but the points are interesting to ponder nonetheless. "
— Janna, 8/20/2008 -
" This book criticises the way the mental health profession has disempowered people and made 'normal' abnormal. It is a very readable book for one that references a lot of research. "
— Heather, 3/30/2008 -
" It's high time someone pointed out the insanity of modern therapy and our willingness to trust this new false priesthood with our mental health. The critical data presented are powerful and sobering. Get off that couch, America, you have been seduced by the followers of a madman. "
— James, 2/23/2008 -
" Great book for therapists and those in the helping profession. "
— Patricia, 2/11/2008 -
" worthwhile but a bit Ditto-head. not the same calibre as "creating mental illness". "
— P.S., 6/3/2007
About the Authors
Christina Hoff Sommers has a PhD in philosophy from Brandeis University and was a professor of philosophy at Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts. She has written for such publications as the Wall Street Journal, the New York Times, and the Washington Post. She is the author of Who Stole Feminism? How Women Have Betrayed Women. She is married, has two sons and lives in Chevy Chase, Maryland.
Sally Satel, MD, a practicing psychiatrist and lecturer at the Yale University School of Medicine, is the author of PC, M.D.: How Political Correctness Is Corrupting Medicine, The Health Disparities Myth, When Altruism Isn’t Enough: The Case for Compensating Organ Donors, and One Nation Under Therapy, which she coauthored with Christina Hoff Sommers.
About Dianna Dorman
Dianna Dorman is a stage and film actor, voice-over artist, and has been a narrator for the Texas Talking Book Program for almost two decades and for several commercial publishing companies. She particularly enjoys narrating historical fiction, mystery, fantasy, and comedy stories. Her onstage work has included the roles of the pirate Ben Gunn in Treasure Island, and Mrs. Chasen in Harold and Maude. She lives in Austin, Texas, where she teaches “Mad Science” and is a docent of the Texas Governor’s Mansion.