This course uses diverse research and personal narratives to identify and challenge mainstream ways of thinking about the controversy of institutionalizing Intellectually and Physically Disabled, and Mad people. It explores the cultural context and social impact of the histories of de/institutionalization, intersectionality, criminalization, and housing.

Antirequisite(s): Disability Studies 2290A/B if taken in 2018-19, 2019-20.

Prerequisite(s): Disability Studies 1010A/B or 1.0 from Sociology courses at the 1000-level.

Extra Information: 3 hours, 0.5 course.