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Death Panel
On Calls to "Reopen the Asylums" w/ Liat Ben-Moshe, Leah Harris and Vesper Moore (10/11/23)
Oct 13, 2023
Liat Ben-Moshe, Leah Harris, and Vesper Moore discuss the increasing calls to "reopen the asylums" and the dark history of psychiatric incarceration. They challenge the nostalgic portrayal of asylums, highlighting the horrific conditions and abuse that occurred. They also explore the racialized and gendered construction of danger and the connection to issues like eugenics and the war on terror. They analyze political statements advocating for reopening asylums and discuss the dangerous generalization of individuals. The chapter also delves into the complexities of homelessness, mental health, and institutionalization, emphasizing the need for community care. Overall, they caution against reopening asylums and stress the importance of centering the perspectives of individuals with mental health conditions.
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- Calls to reopen asylums perpetuate harmful stereotypes and stigmatization of mentally ill individuals, reinforcing stigma and discrimination.
- Reopening asylums overlooks the complex societal factors contributing to mental health issues and disproportionately impacts marginalized communities.
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Politicians calling for the reopening of mental health institutions
Several politicians, including Donald Trump and Vivek Ramaswami, have advocated for the reopening of mental health institutions, citing a supposed mental health crisis and a rise in violent crime. They argue that reopening asylums would address these issues and remove individuals deemed severely mentally ill from the streets. They claim that communities didn't want these institutions closed and that there is a need for the spine to bring them back.
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