No One Cares About Crazy People

This compelling book explores the social history of mental illness in America, weaving together historical accounts of Bedlam Asylum, the eugenics era, and the anti-psychiatry movement with the author's intimate story of his two sons' battles with schizophrenia. The book sheds light on the myths and fears surrounding mental illness and the struggles of families trying to manage it on their own. A blend of biography, memoir, and current affairs, this thought-provoking book offers a new perspective on a complicated and often misunderstood topic.