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‘It Was a Joint Effort’: Deborah Kasdan on Bringing Her Late Sister’s Story to Life

Mad in America

The book covers so much ground, so many years: your sister’s entire life, your relationship with her, the family dynamics. What we tried just didn’t work out because we weren’t educated ourselves. I mean, we were educated as much as anybody was for those times. Biancolli: This is obviously a big topic.

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How My Trip to Italy Confirmed My Approach to Mental Health

The Anxiety Guy

This cooperative spirit and approach to mental health is evident in various aspects of Italian life, from family dynamics and neighborhood interactions to business practices and civic engagement.

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The Ouija Board and the Skeptic

Mad in America

To address the local ramifications, focus on immediate environmental factors, including home life, family discoverywhich would imply meeting these people and talking to them. Broader, community through education. We can educate and explain, offering perspectives that promote understanding.

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Beyond Paternalism or Abandonment in Mental Health Care: An Interview with Neil Gong

Mad in America

Family dynamics are extremely loaded, and being controlled by one’s parents can lead to very difficult and explosive situations. However, there’s another aspect of freedom, which involves ensuring that people have the capacities and resources, such as education, healthcare, and safety, to act freely.