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In'The Sane Society', what does the term'sane' reference?

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The term'sane' in'The Sane Society' refers to healthy mental states. The book argues that society is currently in a state of mental illness, and that this is causing a variety of problems, such as crime, poverty, and war. It proposes a number of ways to improve mental health, including increasing social equality, providing more opportunities for personal growth, and reducing the emphasis on material possessions.
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