There's a schizoid streak within the family anyway so I dare say that I'm affected by that. The majority of the people in my family have been in some kind of mental institution, as for my brother he doesn't want to leave. He likes it very much.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker's family has a history of mental health issues, possibly stemming from schizophrenia. The speaker believes that this familial disposition has had an impact on their own mental well-being. They further highlight that many members of their family have been in mental institutions, indicating a persistent and prevalent struggle with mental health. Additionally, the speaker mentions their brother's preference for staying in such an institution, suggesting that he finds comfort or stability within that environment.

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