From the inception of civilization, all societies have contended with the challenging issue of homelessness, which is an unfortunate reality. Nonetheless, disparate cultures have addressed this issue in varying ways. More socialist systems generally see the government taking on the burden of homelessness, supplying basic needs such as shelter, sustenance, and clothing. In contrast, more capitalist societies typically delegate this responsibility to individual citizens and organizations. It’s incorrect to categorize one solution as superior or inferior to the other, yet it’s clear that no method has entirely eliminated the core problem. This represents one of many distressing facts about homelessness.
Oftentimes homelessness starts with mental issues, post traumatic stress disorder, drug use, and disability. One possible reaction is to assume the Darwinist position. This would say that those who cannot provide for themselves will either go hungry or not have a place to live. While most people don’t outright adhere to this position, it is often the underlying assumption that many of us have, especially when we simplify the position into lazy people and non-lazy people. Another possible position is to assume the altruist position. This would say that we should do everything we can to help those who have little. It too, often over simplifies the problem. Not all homeless people are the same and many require different types of assistance. These are 25 hard to swallow facts about homelessness.