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With SSI program, a legacy of unintended side effects - The Boston Globe
The $10 billion federal SSI program for children was created mainly for those with severe physical disabilities. But it has veered fromthat goal, sending most cash benefits to those with common behavioral andmental conditions, creating dangerous incentives for families tomedicate the young.
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Does the process of obtaining SSI for poor kids lead to unnecessary treatment? http://b.globe.com/eG7Sqh
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