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The Noonday Demon: An Atlas of Depression by Andrew Solomon is a 2001 work of non-fiction and memoir that explores depression through personal, cultural, and medical lenses. Drawing from his own experiences, Solomon delves into the complexities of depression, its treatments, and the social and economic factors that influence it. The book discusses topics such as the history of depression, the impact of poverty, the link with substance abuse, and the political landscape of mental health care. Sensitive topics including suicide and substance use are discussed.