Lost Connections: Uncovering the Real Causes of Depression – and the Unexpected Solutions

A book from the United Kingdom written by journalist and author Johann Hari, first published in 2018, it is a journalistic investigation into the real causes of depression and anxiety, rooted in Hari’s personal experiences and conversations with leading mental health experts. Traveling 40,000 miles across various countries and cultures, Hari explores why depression rates continue to rise despite widespread use of antidepressants. He concludes that depression and anxiety are often responses to lost connections—with people, work, nature, meaning, and inner emotional life. The author challenges the dominant biological model of treatment and highlights the significance of social and emotional causes. Combining personal storytelling, scientific insights, and real-world examples, the book offers an alternative path to healing by restoring meaningful connections. "Lost Connections" sparked significant public debate and has become one of the most talked-about books on mental health in recent years.