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Details That You Should Include In Your Article On How We Should Do Something About Mentally Ill Homeless People

Scott Alexander explains why 'doing something' about mentally ill homeless people is more complex than it seems, detailing current processes and challenges in implementing alternatives.

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Jul 9, 2024 2,937 words 906 likes 1,102 comments Listen · 16 min Read Read

Navigating And/Or Avoiding The Inpatient Mental Health System

Scott Alexander offers a detailed guide on navigating the inpatient mental health system, balancing caution with the importance of seeking necessary treatment.

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Mar 22, 2018 8,438 words 0 likes 208 comments Listen · 54 min Read Read

Book Review: My Brother Ron

Scott reviews a book arguing against deinstitutionalization of the mentally ill, agreeing with many of its claims but ultimately disagreeing with its conclusion.

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Mar 31, 2016 7,612 words 0 likes 427 comments Read Read

The Right To Waive Your Rights

Scott Alexander argues that the right to waive one's rights can be beneficial, using examples from psychiatry and game theory to illustrate his point.

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Nov 5, 2014 1,584 words 0 likes 314 comments Read Read
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