The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture

What if our society’s definition of “normal” is fundamentally unhealthy? Renowned physician Gabor Maté exposes this dangerous myth, brilliantly linking the trauma baked into our disconnected, high-stress culture to epidemics of chronic illness, addiction, and anxiety. The Myth of Normal is a groundbreaking exploration of the hidden connections between personal pain and societal pressures. It offers not just a diagnosis, but an urgent, compassionate guide to understanding our ailments and finding a path toward authentic healing in a world that has lost its way.