Because We Are Bad

The memoir offers an intense look into living with mental illness. I wonder what motivated the author to open up about such personal struggles publicly.

The author's journey felt raw and real, but at times I wondered how much of that hope is attainable for others in similar situations. What emotions did this evoke?

The detailed descriptions of her internal world made me curious about the creative choices behind the scenes—what was included or left out to shape the narrative?