State Prison Breaks Suicide Prevention Policy On Inmate With Mental Illness
A North Carolina prison is being accused of breaking its own policies after holding an inmate with mental illness in solitary confinement for long periods of time.
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Big Jump Seen In Number Of Inmates Prescribed Psychiatric Drugs In California
Amid a severe shortage of psychiatric beds and community-based treatment throughout the state and nation, county jails have become repositories for people in the throes of acute mental health crises.
'Insane': America's 3 Largest Psychiatric Facilities Are Jails
Alisa Roth's new book suggests U.S. jails and prisons have become warehouses for the mentally ill. They often get sicker in these facilities, Roth says, because they don't get appropriate treatment.
Long-Term Effects Of Psychotropic Drugs Are 'Cloaked In Mystery'
When it comes to antidepressants and other psychotropic drugs, author Lauren Slater says, "We don't really know what we're taking into our bodies." Her new book is Blue Dreams.
More Religious Leaders Challenge Silence, Isolation Surrounding Suicide
Many faith leaders are looking past suicide as a sin to help spot and support those suffering from mental health issues in their communities.
How To Drive Down Smoking In Groups That Still Light Up
Only around 15 percent of adults in America smoke — but that still leaves 40 million people who smoke cigarettes, and many of them belong to the most vulnerable population groups.
Feds Investigate After Patient In Hospital Gown Was Left At Baltimore Bus Stop
A video showed a confused woman discharged only minimally dressed in cold weather. It prompted an apology from — and an investigation of — the hospital. The family is considering a lawsuit.
Texas Shooter's History Raises Questions About Mental Health And Mass Murder
President Trump says the Texas shooting shows that mental health is a "problem of the highest order." This comes amid a debate about mental illness, guns, and his own record on mental health programs.
'Architecture Of An Asylum' Tracks History Of U.S. Treatment Of Mental Illness
Founded in 1855, St. Elizabeths Hospital in Washington, D.C., grew from 250 patients to 8,000. A new exhibit at the National Building Museum explores the links between architecture and mental health.
Community Convenes To Trade Ideas On Mental Health Care
Mental health was the focus of this year's community conversation hosted by 88.5 WFDD, held at The Barn at Reynolda Village.