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Part Two: Bruno Bettelheim and The Quest To Make a "Good" Concentration Camp

Behind the Bastards

CHAPTER

Unraveling Affluence and Expectations

This chapter explores the unrealistic expectations affluent parents impose on their children, particularly in structured environments like orthogenic schools. It critically analyzes the harsh realities faced by children, juxtaposed with parental aspirations, scrutinizing figures like Bruno Bettelheim and the trauma inflicted within these institutional settings. The narrative challenges the lasting impact of controversial theories in child psychology and highlights the psychological toll on youth subjected to abusive educational practices.

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