California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a bill that makes it easier for authorities to compel treatment for people with mental illness or addiction issues. The proposal is partly aimed at addressing the state’s growing homelessness crisis.
And you can say no to treatment by just playing games with a therapist and pretending to do the work.
Forcing people into mental health care isn't very effective and we know this. This isn't about helping the homeless. It's about CA's image. Newsom's image im particular.
Incentives work with sane people.
All people respond better to compassion than force
But you can also say no to compassion.
And you can say no to treatment by just playing games with a therapist and pretending to do the work.
Forcing people into mental health care isn't very effective and we know this. This isn't about helping the homeless. It's about CA's image. Newsom's image im particular.