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> If partying is a problem, they should be able to talk to a doctor about it, and it should be paid for as a part of the services provided by society. I feel l
by echelon 3y ago
> If partying is a problem, they should be able to talk to a doctor about it, and it should be paid for as a part of the services provided by society.
I feel like I'm on an alien planet here. We should pay for people to get lifestyle advice?
This is malinvestment. Put that money into research instead.
- foldr 3y agoPaying for people to get lifestyle advice is a great investment as it reduces both the cost of their healthcare and various externalities associated with living in a society where lots of people are unhealthy.
- echelon 3y agoHow much does that cost? Edit: Why should we pay for this instead of food insecurity, education, research, etc.? Will measured outcomes give us bang for the buck?
- foldr 3y agoPrevention generally costs less than treatment. It’s a great way to save money overall - unless you want to be the person at the restaurant who won’t split the bill because one of your party ordered extra fries.