In light of this novel, how would you define crazy?

Does Augusten have a family? If so, who does it include?

Does Dr. Finch help Deidre or Augusten? Explain.

How does the theme of homosexuality affect this memoir?

How would Augusten's life be different in your city?

How would you feel if you had to live with the Finches?

Why did the author include such graphic descriptions of Augusten's sexual relations with Bookman? How does that affect the reader?

How might you feel if you were included in someone's memoir such as Running with Scissors?