The Subplot of Ted Jones's Catatonia
RageTed Jones's psychological breakdown and institutionalization.
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Bearing strength in each event
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The Aftermath of the Attack

The Catatonic State
The Drooling Ted
After the attack, Ted is left drooling and unresponsive. He is taken to Woodlands, a private institution.
The Diagnosis
Dr. Andersen diagnoses him with flat-line catatonic state with signs of deterioration. He considers electroshock therapy.
The Uncertainty
Ted's uncle is footing the bill. The doctors are unsure of the best treatment. Ted's future is bleak.
The Treatment Plan

The Memo
The Alternative Therapies
Dr. Andersen writes a memo suggesting synthetic mescaline and psilocybin before resorting to electroshock. He is not hopeful.
The Mystery
Andersen wonders what happened in the classroom after the shades were pulled. The attack on Ted remains a secret.
The Aftermath
Ted remains catatonic. His story is a tragic end to the golden boy's arc.
Immediately after the hostage crisis
November 3, 1976