Of Others Inside: Insanity, Addiction and Belonging in America

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The examination of the interconnections between homelessness, mental illness, and addiction reveals a complex landscape shaped by evolving treatment approaches in the U.S. Darin Weinberg analyzes the shift from redemptive to punitive methods, highlighting the interplay between social welfare, rehabilitation, and the criminal justice system. He provides a sociological perspective on social exclusion and mental disability, delving into the realities of poverty and marginalization while challenging simplistic views of these issues, emphasizing the human experience behind the statistics.