Samuel T. Wilkinson

About the Author

Samuel T. Wilkinson is a distinguished psychiatrist and professor at Yale University School of Medicine, where he directs the Yale Program for Research on Psychosis. With a deep interest in the intersections of evolution, human nature, and existential questions, Wilkinson explores how biological imperatives shape our search for meaning in an increasingly complex world. His groundbreaking work challenges conventional views on purpose, drawing from neuroscience, philosophy, and anthropology to illuminate the human condition. In his acclaimed book Purpose: What Evolution and Human Nature Imply about the Meaning of Our Existence, Wilkinson offers a compelling synthesis that bridges science and spirituality, providing readers with profound insights into why we exist and how to find fulfillment amid life's uncertainties. A sought-after speaker and contributor to leading publications, he continues to influence discussions on mental health, ethics, and the essence of being human.