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Inside a Jim Crow asylum

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Transformative Impact of Vernon Sparks at Crensville

Explore the integration of Vernon Sparks, the first black psychologist at Crensville, and his collaboration with Dr. Jacob Morgenstern, a Jewish leader. Witness their shared experiences as outsiders navigating power dynamics at the institution, offering profound insights into patient care during the 50s and 60s.

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