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Unraveling 41: Bedlam

Jocko Unraveling

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Desensitization to Violence and Historical Context of Mental Health Institutions

The chapter explores desensitization to violence through online exposure, drawing parallels between contemporary access to graphic content and historical public executions. It discusses the psychological impact of constant exposure and reflects on the conditioning effect of violence in different eras. Additionally, it delves into the historical treatment of mental illness, from outdated methods to the expansion of institutions like Bethlehem in America.

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