Quote by R. D. Laing

The experience and behavior that gets labeled schizophrenic is a special strategy that a person invents in order to live in an unlivable situation.

The experience and behavior that gets labeled schizophrenic

Summary

This quote suggests that the symptoms and behavior associated with schizophrenia are not simply random or meaningless, but rather a coping mechanism developed by individuals facing difficult or unbearable circumstances. It posits that these individuals may adopt a peculiar strategy as a means of survival, allowing them to navigate their challenging realities. This perspective challenges the stigmatization often attached to schizophrenia and proposes a more compassionate understanding of the condition as a response to a challenging environment rather than an inherent flaw.

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Madness

By R. D. Laing

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