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Infectious Madness
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?
About Infectious Madness
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.
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Infectious Madness — frequently asked
- Is Infectious Madness on Spotify?
- We haven't confirmed Infectious Madness on Spotify's audiobook catalog yet. Spotify audiobooks are included with Premium (up to a monthly listening limit) in supported markets.
- Is Infectious Madness on Apple Books?
- Yes — Infectious Madness is available as an audiobook on Apple Books.
- Who wrote Infectious Madness?
- Infectious Madness is by Harriet A. Washington.
- Where can I buy the Infectious Madness audiobook?
- Audible and Amazon both carry audiobooks; use the retailer links on this page to go straight to Infectious Madness. For print copies, compare Bookshop.org, Barnes & Noble, and Books-A-Million.
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