overconsumption. it s not making us happier. we re consuming so much as a culture but it is creating depression. it s a vicious cycle. that s why i wrote this book addict nation. it is an intervention for america. if anyone out there, and i assume every single american is grappling with something self-destruction, this is a blueprint for a change. the united states of america was founded on the nation upon pursuit of happiness, but addiction messes with that equation. it s the inability to say no to something that s bad for you you. it starts early, as we know. let s look at the culture of violence with our kids, and how they become addicted to video games and texting, and these things lead to bullying, and how many times have we talked about that? where does that come from? is it parental?