How Family Stories Can Change the World: Lessons from ‘No One Cares About Crazy People’

The Transformative Power of Love, Loss, and Advocacy

Ron Powers’ family saga is at once deeply personal and universally resonant. He invites readers into the sacred spaces of family life—the living room filled with music, the kitchen table where hard conversations happen, the hospital waiting room where hope and fear mingle. Powers’ sons, Dean and Kevin, are not just statistics; they are vibrant, creative individuals whose lives are forever altered by schizophrenia. Through stories of family rituals, setbacks, and small victories, Powers shows how love endures even in the darkest times.



But the book is more than a memoir. It is a call to action. By sharing his family’s pain and resilience, Powers gives permission for others to speak out. He highlights the importance of advocacy organizations, support groups, and legislative testimony. Every story shared chips away at stigma and builds empathy. Powers’ narrative is proof that storytelling is not just healing for the teller—it is transformative for society.

He also explores the ripple effect of advocacy: how one family’s courage can inspire communities, influence policymakers, and change laws. The book is filled with examples of families coming together, forming networks, and demanding better care for their loved ones.



‘No One Cares About Crazy People’ teaches us that the most powerful weapon against stigma is the truth, told with compassion and courage. It is a reminder that every voice matters, and that collective action begins with a single story.