The Politics of Psychopharmacology
Description
This provocative work examines the social, political, and cultural forces that shape society’s understanding and regulation of psychoactive drugs. Drawing on Timothy Leary’s characteristic blend of scientific curiosity, countercultural advocacy, and philosophical speculation, it challenges conventional assumptions about consciousness, individual freedom, and institutional authority. The book considers psychopharmacology not merely as a medical field, but as a site of debate over personal autonomy, public policy, and the future of human experience. Thought-provoking and controversial, it offers a distinctive perspective on one of the twentieth century’s most enduring cultural conflicts.
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paperback
Ronin Publishing
Published Nov 9, 2001
120 pages
ISBN: 9781579510565
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First Published
2001
Language
eng
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