The book addresses the rising issue of chemical antidepressant misuse in Ecuador, highlighting its detrimental effects on serotonin levels and mental health. It reveals alarming statistics from the World Health Organization regarding mortality linked to these medications, particularly among youth facing challenges like obesity and bullying. In response, the author proposes a natural alternative using ayahuasca (Banisteriopsis caapi), which contains alkaloids that could help maintain serotonin balance and reduce dependency on synthetic drugs.
