In this course, students examine representations of madness through the lens of fiction, considering, for example, works that depict the frustrations and constraints of institutionalization and the complex patient-therapist relationship, as well as genres such as memoir, young adult literature, and science fiction. Through weekly discussion and written assignments, students have the opportunity to bring their own perspectives to the material while also developing their analytic, critical thinking, and writing skills.Weekly
In this course, students examine representations of madness through the lens of fiction, considering, for example, works that depict the frustrations and constraints of institutionalization and the complex patient-therapist relationship, as well as genres such as memoir, young adult literature, and science fiction. Through weekly discussion and written assignments, students have the opportunity to bring their own perspectives to the material while also developing their analytic, critical thinking, and writing skills.Weekly
