Stolen Minds Stolen Lives Analysis

These two videos seem to be polar opposites in illustrating schizophrenia and how it affects the individual and their family. In “Stolen Minds, Stolen Lives,” there is a lack of psychiatric rehabilitation goals, values, and principles. Those who were diagnosed with schizophrenia were not depicted as being in the recovery process and were not optimistic about their future. They did not express any hope within their lives and were not involved within their community. In the case of Steve and Shawn, they lacked hope, community integration and the highest quality of life. Both Steve and Shawn were living in isolation from others. Although Shawn is treated with medication, has no determination and does not pursue his art skills. In this film, the