I am someone who firmly believes that the society comes before the individual, but I also understand the importance of the individual. You seem to be suggesting that in order for a functional society to work, those who are mentally ill need meds in order to contribute. I disagree with this idea, and believe that it is this generalized idea of how people with MI are treated that has lead to so many people having no lives. When it comes to one's own well being, they are well within their right to go against the majority. One has to fight for their own means, politically or psychologically.

Furthermore, you seem to imply that those with MI generally cause problems for the greater society, and therefore has to be kept under the constraints that are in place. Can you really say it is not possible for someone to not only not take suggested medications and treatment, but also be a successful member of society?

And no, I don't want to hear how some people can do it while others cannot. Everyone's gotta find a way that works for them, and this may include medications or treatment, but at the end of the day everyone is capable one way or another of doing something, and it doesn't have to mean a 9-5 job. With or without meds. With or without what is considered the "right" treatment by doctors today.