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When mental health medication access depends on insurance coverage

My psychiatrist retired suddenly and I can't find anyone else who takes my insurance so I've been rationing my medication to make it last longer.

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More people experience this than they realize.

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The commodification of mental healthcare transforms psychiatric stability into a luxury good available only to those who can afford continuity.

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