Recently, due to the attention from the Britney Spears case, debate over Guardianship has been highlighted. While legal oversight arrangements are needed as protection for some, many disability advocates question the need for them in many cases. Conservatorship or Guardianship arrangements are meant to support people who are incapable of making decisions on their own. While some feel it's a safety net, many feel that it's too widely used for people with disabilities. They are often permanent and misunderstood. Advocates feel supported decision-making is the best option. It has become more popular in recent years. 

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