That don’t mention the harm that comes from people not being able to access support from their local GP or NHS service, who struggle through the system without help, with a stigma that they are somehow faking it because the numbers have shot up, without the drugs or support they need to operate and work.

Yes, some people take advantage and use it as an excuse. Most people however just want to function day to day and have a job that they can do with the right medication.

It’s an anecdote but I have some relatives - 3 brothers. They always struggled with something but we had no idea what it was. They muddled through life doing pretty well considering but could have been better. One got diagnosed with ADHD in his 40s, which led to the two others getting diagnosed after. One was in Australia for years with a diagnosis, medication and support both from his doctor and work. He had a really good fill time job. He then moved back to the UK to be closer to family. His local GP would not give him medication he was using and would not use the reports he got over there. He had to push to get on a list locally just to start the while process again. He struggled so much, unable to find the motivation for job hunting, unable to keep the occasional job he found, all while knowing the issue but unable to get the medication and support he needed. He ended up being on the dole but did not want to be there! He got depressed making it even garden.

After a year or so, he found out about right to chose and after another 6 months wait, finally got a diagnosis, support and medication. He’s now found work and has the things he needs to actually do it. This is why right to choose has bloomed!