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.
  • @dangblingus@lemmy.dbzer0.com
    3•9 months ago

    In Canada, we recommend MAID (medical assistance in dying) if you can’t afford food and shelter.

    I wish I was kidding. The government literally recommends you use their suicide chambers if you can’t pay your bills and have a mental illness.