Month: February 2020

Alcohol Use Disorder and Major Depressive Disorders

New Study out of Michigan State University Focuses on Helping in Treatment and Prevention of those Suffering with Comorbidity Research shows that there is a high percentage of people that suffer from multiple disorders.  One of the most common is the combination of Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and Major Depressive Disorder.  According to an article …

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California Board of State and Community Corrections Approves $96 million in Grants for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Treatment Programs

23 Applicants Across California will receive millions in funding to help with diversion and rehabilitative programs The Board of State and Community Corrections announced that it was granting 23 applicants a total of $96 million in grants to counties across the State.  The money, part of Proposition 47 funding, is designed to promote programs that …

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The Importance of Mental Health Diversion

Why Jailing People with Mental Illness May Be Ineffective Studies show that people suffering from mental health disorders may be more prone to commit particular crimes.  In an effort to address the underlying mental illness that a person may suffer from, California lawmakers have made mental health diversion a priority.  Mental health diversion programs under …

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