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The Sunday Story: Lost Mental Hospitals, Lost Patients

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The Closure of Northern State Hospital and Its Consequences

This chapter explores the repercussions of Northern State Hospital's closure on its staff and patients, emphasizing the chaotic relocation process and the inadequacies in follow-up care. A conversation with a former nurse sheds light on the grim realities faced by many patients who vanished from the system during this challenging time.

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