Navigating Trauma: From Foster Care to Incarceration

This chapter explores the intricate dynamics of mental health and disability within the foster care system, particularly focusing on ADD and ADHD. Through personal anecdotes and systemic critiques, it highlights the exploitation faced by foster children and the harsh realities of the juvenile justice system. The narrative reveals the struggles of individuals dealing with childhood trauma, substance abuse, and the overarching societal challenges that impact their lives.