Why modern prisons may function more like asylums than jails
In short: Historian of psychiatry Andrew Scull joins Lex Fridman to explore the blurring lines between criminal justice and mental health. This conversation examines how our current carceral system handles psychological crises.
The discussion centers on the historical and structural parallels between prisons and psychiatric institutions. As a historian of psychiatry, Andrew Scull provides context on how society manages individuals who deviate from perceived norms. The dialogue explores whether the prison system has become a de facto asylum for those with untreated mental health issues, reflecting broader societal shifts in how we address deviance and illness.
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