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Rethinking Mental Health Care in a Capitalist Framework

This chapter explores recent changes in the UK's mental health system, particularly the integration of police officers as first responders to mental health crises. It critiques the categorization of individuals as 'high intensity users' and the resultant biases in treatment, emphasizing how economic considerations often overshadow patient care. Through discussions on diagnostic labels and the implications of a capitalist healthcare system, the chapter advocates for innovative and patient-centric approaches to mental health interventions.

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