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Description of  The Center Cannot Hold: My Journey Through Madness

This book is quite possibly the most clear-cut account of any mental illness, from the inside out. In psychology classes, no one can ever completely explain what schizophrenia is like, other than 'chaos in ones mind'. Saks completely diminishes the stereotypical crazy woman who is hearing voices and tearing out her hair. Not only does it give a sense of understanding of the illness, but also a real person, not just the homeless man on the street that we can forget about as soon as we drive by. This is a book that will stay with you and make you think twice before making any snap judgements of anyone, but especially the mentally ill. It is an easy, compelling read, to everyone, not just those with ties to the mental health community.