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Originally Posted by BirdDancer
It can be helpful if we look to countries where civil rights are greater for the mentally ill. Definitely not a Russia or China. But some western and Central European countries, yes, but even the best of them aren't perfect. At least in many, health insurance is a right and they don't have to choose between buying medications and other core living expenses.
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Well, amen on the health insurance front--it is a big part of the problem. Look at me--I provided quite a bit of free care over the decades, but when I got in a bind, becuase I currently support a large number of people, and there was not enough money left over for me to buy very expensive insurance, i must go without. And I need it. But what am I going to do--not let the children have coverage? Of course not. parents sacrifice for our kids.