Mayor Adams calls on Albany to act as budget stalls: Some lawmakers 'don't believe' NYC has 'recidivism problem'Mayor Adams urges for urgent reforms in discovery laws and mental health policies amid growing recidivism concerns.
Brooklyn family calls for change 3 years after son killed by police during mental health crisisThe Pierre family advocates for mental health professionals to respond to crises rather than police to prevent fatal outcomes.
CARE Court Was Supposed to Help Those Hardest to Treat. Here's How It's Going | KQEDThe implementation of CARE Court in California is significantly lower than state estimates, leading to claims of inefficiency and waste of taxpayer dollars.
Is New York City investing enough in mental health treatment?Linda Lee advocates for a multipronged approach to mental health services, addressing workforce, criminal justice interactions, and the urgent need for preventative care.
Student psychotherapist wins apology over expulsion for gender-critical viewsThe Metanoia Institute apologized to expelled student psychotherapist James Esses for breaching policies regarding gender-critical beliefs and failing to ensure proper treatment.
San Francisco Overdose Deaths Fall to Lowest Level Since Pre-Pandemic | KQEDMethadone's overregulation hinders treatment access, necessitating a shift towards more flexible policies for effective addiction management.