Yet in the year 2016, not much has changed for those who have mental illness. Read more This is a link to a story in the Charlotte Observer if you choose to read it the link will give you a … Continue reading Unforgotten–25 Years After Willowbrook

Yet in the year 2016 not much has changed for those who have mental illness. Read more This is one of the most disturbing movies surrounding human behavior and treatment I have ever seen.  Watching the inhumane treatment of human beings with disabilities was gut wrenching.  I found it very interesting that some parents were either unaware of their children’s diagnosis or simply followed the advice of “society”.  Unfortunately not only in the 1950 did this type of encouragement prevail but it is still apparent today.  There are many adults in group homes because society has put such a strong … Continue reading Unforgotten–25 Years After Willowbrook