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All In The Mind
Criminal lawyer Sarah Hopkins' novel The Subjects is about the overcriminalisation and overmedicalisation of young people—and her innovative ideas for youth justice. The protagonist, Daniel, is 16-years-old and has just arrived at a Juvie delinquent centre—but there’s no medication and he doesn’t have to stay. Then he gets the eerie sense that he’s part of an experiment.
29:05•7 Jul 2019
Youth Justice Reimagined: Sarah Hopkins on Overcriminalisation and Overmedicalisation
“Well, you know, About Years Ago I was in the children's court Every Week, and so, day in, day out, what I would see is a system failing children and young people.”
What happens when the justice system fails our youth? In this thought-provoking episode of 'All In The Mind', criminal lawyer and author Sarah Hopkins dives into her novel 'The Subjects', shedding light on the overcriminalisation and overmedicalisation of young people. Through the eyes of her 16-year-old protagonist, Daniel, Hopkins explores a juvenile delinquent centre where medication is absent, and staying is optional. This eerie setup prompts Daniel to feel like a part of an experiment, reflecting real-world issues.
Hopkins doesn't shy away from discussing the systemic failures, particularly how racism and discrimination exacerbate the problem. She also questions the role of medication in youth justice, sparking a debate that goes beyond the pages of her book. If you're interested in innovative ideas for reforming youth justice and understanding the deeper impacts of our current system, this episode is a must-listen.
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