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What does Catherine Fedden represent?

In the 80s cases of mental health increased by 50% (from the 1970s), and women became more independent due to world war 2. Is Cat a representation of women in society? The new generation, or how standards of the NHS where declining under Thatcher? Would love to hear thoughts on this character.

Asked by oisindoran@gmail.com on 14 Jan 23:24

Last updated by Jill W on 15 Jan 01:52

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Answered by Jill W on 15 Jan 01:52

Cat is manic depressive, a condition that links her with the cases of mental health issues. In my opinion, she is not representative of women in society, but she might be considered a representative of the challenges young people face. We learn that she needs her medicine, but she often doesn't take it. We also learn that she smokes cigarettes, drinks alcohol, and smokes pot..... so how do these actions react when combined with her prescription meds?

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