Which of the following is not a reason that mental illness is expensive for U.S. society?

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The assertion that the mentally ill have high crime rates is a misconception and not a direct reason why mental illness is expensive for U.S. society. The other options (A, B, C) relate directly to healthcare costs and societal impacts associated with mental illness, such as increased emergency care, higher rates of smoking leading to additional medical care, and premature mortality. However, attributing high crime rates to the mentally ill perpetuates a stigma and does not accurately reflect the primary factors contributing to the economic costs of mental illness.

Which of the Following Is Not a Reason That Mental