**Elizabeth Wurtzel** (July 31, 1967 – January 7, 2020) was an influential American writer and journalist, renowned for her groundbreaking memoir *Prozac Nation*, which she published at the age of 27. This best-seller chronicles her deeply personal battle with depression during her college years and her journey toward treatment with the medication Prozac. The book’s significant impact led to a film adaptation in 2001, featuring Christina Ricci as Wurtzel. Born in New York City into a Jewish family, Wurtzel faced early family challenges, including her parents’ divorce, which shaped her narrative voice.

In a remarkable revelation in 2016, Wurtzel discovered that her biological father was the acclaimed photographer Bob Adelman, a result of an affair between him and her mother. Her academic pursuits were impressive; she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Comparative Literature from Harvard College and later a Juris Doctor from Yale Law School.

As a Manifestor in Human Design, Wurtzel exemplified the qualities of initiating change and influencing others through her powerful writing and voice. Her Inner Authority, Splenic, guided her decisions through intuition and instinctive awareness, allowing her to articulate her experiences with authenticity that resonated deeply with her audience. This innate ability to communicate her truth was further enhanced by her 1/3 profile, which reflects a journey of trial and error, learning through personal experiences and sharing insights that made her a relatable figure for many.

In her personal life, Wurtzel met photo editor and aspiring novelist James Freed Jr. at an addiction-themed reading in October 2013. They became engaged in September 2014 and married in May 2015, although by 2019, she reported that they had separated. In February 2015, Wurtzel bravely announced her diagnosis of breast cancer, which led to a double mastectomy and reconstruction.

Wurtzel’s life was marked by her unique Human Design channels—64-47, 57-20, and 21-45—each contributing to her ability to process and communicate her complex emotions and experiences. These channels allowed her to navigate her inner world and express her thoughts with clarity and depth. Her Incarnation Cross, the Right Angle Cross of The Four Ways (33/19 | 24/44), suggests a life path focused on exploring different perspectives and paths, which she exemplified through her writing.

Elizabeth Wurtzel passed away in Manhattan from leptomeningeal disease, a complication of metastasized breast cancer, on January 7, 2020, at the age of 52. Her legacy endures through her impactful writing and the candid discussions she fostered around mental health and personal struggle, leaving an indelible mark on the literary world and beyond.