Did you know that many violent acts by people with severe mental illness could have been prevented? Families and doctors often see the warning signs, but outdated laws make it nearly impossible to intervene until tragedy strikes. The system waits for 'imminent danger'—which usually means after someone gets hurt. The real issue? We need laws that let professionals act before it’s too late, not after. It’s time to rethink what compassion really means in mental health care. #Health #MentalHealth #PolicyChange