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Throughout his life, he faced various mental health challenges, including agoraphobia and related disorders. He spent time at Riverview Hospital, where he was kept in adult wards and developed a collection of radios and guns stored under his bed. His doctors employed relaxation and mental imagery techniques to cope, which he mentions as significant treatments.
Despite struggles, he recounts a period of independence after writing a discharge request and receiving $20. He moved to downtown Vancouver's skid row, experiencing life among the homeless but also appreciating the social realities of poverty firsthand. His stories include interactions with men with different lifestyles and enigmatic experiences, emphasizing his complex journey through mental health, independence, and social exposure.