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The Troubled Teen Industry's Use of Brainwashing Techniques and Exploitation with David Glauber
01:59 - 07:26 (05:26)
The talk dives into the questionable tactics and exploitation that has occurred within the troubled teen industry, specifically focusing on the case of Tranquility Bay in Jamaica, and how these institutions were able to exercise brainwashing techniques with little to no regulation or oversight.
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The Elan drug rehabilitation program got positive press reports in the early 70s which brought hundreds of new residents, most of them hopeful for success stories.
01:59 - 04:17 (02:18)
Summary
The Elan drug rehabilitation program got positive press reports in the early 70s which brought hundreds of new residents, most of them hopeful for success stories. However, the experiences of the residents varied widely, with some left with negative and complex changes.
ChapterThe Troubled Teen Industry's Use of Brainwashing Techniques and Exploitation with David Glauber
EpisodePart Two: Elan School: The Worst 'Troubled Teen' Facility
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The Alon School was a high-end rehab facility for troubled teens that catered to well-off families.
04:17 - 07:26 (03:08)
Summary
The Alon School was a high-end rehab facility for troubled teens that catered to well-off families. Joe Ritchie, the founder of the school, was believed to have started the school to help teens in need and not for financial gain.