Men Have Called Her Crazy

Tendler crafts a nonlinear narrative, moving back and forth between the distant past, the recent past, and the present. Examine how time functions in the narrative. What is its impact? How does the nonlinear structure allow Tendler to explore her life? What would the narrative impact be if the memoir was instead told in a linear narrative?

Analyze Tendler’s internal biases as she navigates her relationships with others and herself. How do her preconceived notions impact her healing process, both positively and negatively, and what societal factors exacerbate them? What biases do other figures in the text display, particularly regarding Mental Health and Societal Expectations and The Impact of Gender Dynamics on Personal Identity?

How do Tendler’s experiences with mental health treatment connect to class and privilege? Consider her access to healthcare, the resources available to her, and how this influences her journey toward healing. How does the novel explore the relationship between socioeconomic status and mental health care?