Eating Drugs

In "Eating Drugs," author Stefan M. Ecks takes readers on a thought-provoking journey into the intersection of culture and psychiatry. Published by New York University Press in 2013, this hardback edition spans 277 pages and explores the compelling story of a Hindu monk in Calcutta who refuses his prescribed psychotropic medications. Ecks delves into the question of whether it truly matters how patients perceive their medications, comparing them to essential nutrition for the mind. Through a rich analysis of biomedical, Ayurvedic, and homeopathic treatments in India, this book sheds light on the complexities of mental health care and the diverse approaches to healing. "Eating Drugs" is a must-read for anyone interested in medical anthropology, psychopharmacology, and the cultural dimensions of medicine.