D. R. Davis Books
Clinical Counselor, Neuropsychologist & Writer
New Release
The Self-Sabotage of Democracy in the United States
Why is democracy unraveling—and what can we do about it?
In The Self-Sabotage of Democracy in the United States, clinical neuropsychologist D.R. Davis offers a groundbreaking exploration of how fear, disinformation, and emotional overwhelm have rewired the American mind. Blending neuroscience, history, and civic insight, this book reveals how survival-driven thinking fuels polarization, policy failure, and institutional decay—and how healing our nervous systems is key to renewing democracy itself. Urgent yet hopeful, this is not just a diagnosis of a nation in crisis—it’s a roadmap for reclaiming clarity, compassion, and collective courage.
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If democracy is to survive this era of spectacle, we must collectively learn to distinguish performance from substance, charisma from character, and ratings from reality.
Chapter 3 - The Reality Show President: A Manufactured Persona and the Illusion of Authenticity
Book Quotes
Strategic reasoning asks: What will this decision mean in ten years? Who will it affect outside of my immediate community? What precedent are we setting?
Chapter 7 - STRATEGIC REASONING: DEMOCRACY’S COGNITIVE COMPASS
But a democracy built by people who know what is enough? That’s the foundation of peace.
Chapter 10 - The Neuroscience of ENOUGH: Cultivating a Culture of "Enough"
Upcoming Projects
Davis' next books are under way. Take a look at what you can expect from her up and coming book projects!
About the Author
Throughout her work, Davis has guided thousands of individuals on their journeys from survival to empowerment, helping them blossom into resilient, joyful souls. In her books, Davis brings deep understanding of neuropsychology, emotional healing, and human potential to a wider stage, illuminating not only the struggles we face as a society—but the remarkable hope that still lives within us.