Authors: Lenore E.A. Walker (Author)
Edition: 1st ed. 2016
Language: English
Publisher: Springer
Dimensions: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
ISBN-10: 3319475415
ISBN-13: 978-3319475412
Publication Date: December 6, 2016
Print Length: 78 pages
Discover best practices for effectively addressing the needs of individuals with mental illness within the criminal justice system. This concise yet comprehensive guide offers essential strategies and insights to ensure fair and humane treatment. Key features include evidence-based approaches, practical recommendations, and a focus on improving outcomes for both offenders and victims.
Explore topics such as recognizing mental health issues in court settings, developing supportive interventions, and advocating for the rights of mentally ill individuals. This book is ideal for legal professionals, social workers, policymakers, and anyone working to reform criminal justice practices related to mental health.
Focused on reducing recidivism, enhancing public safety, and promoting rehabilitation, this brief but powerful resource provides critical information for creating a more just society.
