The other day, I realized: What better way to find out more information about mental health advocacy than to pick up a book (or two or three)? So I searched through the psychology section of Barnes & Noble and the only thing that seemed remotely related to the advocacy of reducing the stigmas surrounding mental health was this book. And I am so, so glad I found it. I haven’t even finished reading yet, and this has already been one of the most enlightening books I have ever read.
I have learned so many things while reading this book that I don’t think I can even sum it up all that well. (This post would turn into a book itself.) Pete Earley does an excellent job of investigating, and then writing about, his experiences with his mentally ill son and with the treatment of mentally ill patients through America’s legal system.
I encourage everyone to read it.
OpenMind 
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Loved reading your thoughts! Glad you enjoyed the book as well. Thank you for mentioning my post at the end of yours.