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People Need Help, Not Handcuffs: Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System
People with mental illness are significantly overrepresented in our nation’s jails and prisons. Each year, roughly two million people with serious mental illness are booked into jail.
Therapist says linking mental illness to violence can discourage people from getting help
WTOL 11 spoke with a therapist about acknowledging the possible role mental illness plays in violence, but avoiding making a ...
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90% of people with severe mental health conditions receive no care; WHO demands policy changes
The WHO guidance serves as a critical tool for governments, policymakers, and stakeholders working to strengthen mental ...
What to Do During a Mental Health Crisis
Knowing what to do during a mental health crisis can be life-saving. This guide offers practical steps to help you or a loved one recognize early signs and reach out for help, with a focus on staying ...
'I was diagnosed with common mental health issue in adulthood – symptoms I ignored'
A woman who was diagnosed with a common mental health condition as an adult after being misdiagnosed with depression has ...
Improving police interactions with people with mental illness
A new study from researchers at the University of Miami College of Arts and Sciences indicates that boosting the mental health of police officers could help to decrease the number of incidents ...
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NYC leaders divided over involuntary hospitalization of people with mental illness
New York City leaders are divided over involuntary hospitalizations of people who show signs of severe mental illness, as ...
Some argue AI therapy can break down mental health stigma — others warn it could make it worse
AI therapy is already providing relief for patients who can't access care. But some want more safeguards in place ...
The pandemic badly affected young people’s mental health – but also showed what they need now to thrive
The crisis in young people’s mental health means securing a healthy, thriving adult population in the future becomes less ...
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Landmark mental health study puts chatbots to the test
Love it or hate it, there's no question that chatbots are here to stay. And while an increasing number of people have been ...
Researcher finds in-person mental health treatment to be more successful for young patients
Anxiety is a common issue affecting youth. With more than 40% of children affected by chronic medical conditions and the ...
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Valley volunteers sought for mental health study
The common understanding is that 1 in 5 people struggles with mental health or addiction, but researchers at The Ohio State ...