Dear Mr. President:
It’s time to make mental health great again even better then before with the following proposals (below).
(1) Change HIPPA laws so loved one’s can get and provide information on their family members unless the patient specifically restricts said information to that person. If they restricted the information they still be able to know that their family member is in the hospital and some basic information.
(2) SET UP DIFFUSE CENTERS- This would allow individuals who are having a mental health episode a place to diffuse without the restrictions of a hospital with mental health professionals on staff. These individuals could be persuaded to seek further help if need be.
(3) ALLOW FAMILY HELP- If a family member deems another is suffering without a direct threat to themselves or others they can still seek professional intervention. They and their loved one would be tested and receive treatment by professional if deemed necessary.
(4) OPEN UP MORE TREATMENT FACILITIES WITH EASIER ACCESS
(5) MENTAL HEALTH IN PRISONS, DRUG TREATMENT FACILITIES, HOMELESS SHELTERS ETC- This will insure that mental health is treated where it hits the communities most effected by it and society as a whole.