YouAreHardtoImagine

YouAreHardtoImagine t1_j1zqxob wrote

I lived near those growing up. My guess is updated building codes and safer materials. Those were almost always the first to go up in flames, wiping out some entire families and catching the buildings next to them on fire.

Edit: Downvoted for adding experience of living around them. Okey dokey, Reddit.

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YouAreHardtoImagine t1_j1vsjkh wrote

People involuntarily committed go through a court hearing to determine if they are a danger to themselves or others. They also have a representative or can hire one of their own for this. Sometimes they are let out at this point. But if multiple people determine you’re worthy of commitment, it’s pretty dire.

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