How systemic failures turn state mental hospitals into prisons

NPRMonday, December 22, 2025 at 10:00:00 AM
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How systemic failures turn state mental hospitals into prisons
  • The proportion of individuals with severe mental illness in state psychiatric hospitals who are accused of serious crimes has significantly increased, leading to a near-complete cessation of opportunities for preventative care before crises occur.
  • This trend highlights systemic failures within the mental health care system, raising concerns about the treatment of vulnerable populations and the implications for public safety, as these facilities increasingly resemble prisons rather than places of healing.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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