How Prozac Turned Depression Medication into a Cultural Phenomenon | Retro Report

When Prozac was introduced in 1988, the green-and-cream pill to treat depression launched a cultural revolution that continues to echo. Subscribe to our newsletter for the history behind the headlines: https://www.retroreport.org/newsletters/

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