Those Left Wandering

Set in rural Louisiana over three decades, "Those Left Wandering" explores the devastating consequences of the collapse of the country’s public mental health system. Through a compelling blend of police reports, court transcripts, and personal memories, the book examines the lives of individuals affected by deinstitutionalization and the systemic failures that push vulnerable people into jails and other institutions. With a lyrical and humane tone, it offers a powerful reflection on how societal neglect can leave the mentally ill to wander a broken system.