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I'm more speaking of society. In the article, it mentions that it costs 81k a year plus doctors' fees to keep somebody in the institution she's in. With that m

• spdustin 12y ago
  Yes. We could have staff - in agencies and institutions like those in the original article - to ensure that the people they are meant to serve aren't being caught in a loop and ignored. We could listen to those who are sincere in their desire to help (like Joy) and empower government staff to advocate for these selfless citizens, at least enough to make a sound that rises above the noise floor. (This one more US-focused) We could stop educating kids in school about abstinence as a primary means of birth control, stop the singular focus on safe sex for those districts that have moved beyond abstinence (though certainly include safe sex curriculum), and spend considerable time helping kids/teens to see what being a parent means. Because they're only getting it from Seth Rogan movies and FaceBook status updates, and both of those are woefully out of touch with reality. Then, we'd have more people truly prepared to be a parent, even when it's hard.
  • jimmywanger 12y ago
    You're changing the subject. When do we give up on a person? All the things that you mentioned are good, and should be prioritized. At what point does Shannon's drag on society need to be deprioritized to give funding to other social efforts? Do we, as a society, have a responsibility to spend 91k+ doctors' fees to anybody with disabilities? Rather, when should public fund no longer be allocated to these situations? If her parents were able to support her, there would be no problems. Why are they crying out for more public assistance?