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Girl, Interrupted

A Memoir
in: Memoirs
Summary:

The memoir recounts the author's experiences as a young woman who was diagnosed with borderline personality disorder and spent time in a psychiatric hospital in the 1960s. It explores the nature of her mental illness, her interactions with fellow patients, and her reflections on the concept of sanity.

Key points:

1. Mental Health Stigma: The book discusses the 1960s stigma around mental health, focusing on Kaysen's diagnosis of borderline personality disorder.

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