Wilderness Therapy Under Scrutiny

This chapter critically examines wilderness therapy camps, focusing on the alarming realities faced by children in these institutions. It discusses the dubious qualifications of the staff, the aggressive treatment of participants, and the exploitative marketing tactics employed to attract affluent families. Through a mix of humor and serious commentary, the chapter highlights the stark incongruities between the lavish lifestyles of camp leaders and the harmful environments they create for troubled teens.