Police Callousness in Mental Health Calls

Heroes or Villains? Examining the Deadly Consequences of Police Callousness in Mental Health Calls In an era where mental health awareness is finally gaining traction, a disturbing reality continues to unfold on our streets. We call upon law enforcement, the supposed protectors of our communities, to respond with compassion and understanding during mental health crises….

Unfair Bail Amounts and Mental Health Patients

The Eighth Amendment and Unfair Bail Practices: Targeting Vulnerable Individuals and Mental Health Patients The Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution prohibits excessive bail, ensuring reasonable bail amounts relative to the offense. However, the current bail system often deviates from this principle, particularly concerning the targeting of vulnerable individuals and those with mental health conditions,…

PTSD and Police Response

Haunting Echoes: The PTSD Scars of Botched Mental Health Calls The phone trembles in your hand, a lifeline in the churning sea of your mental health crisis. You dial 911, desperate for a calming presence, a trained professional to navigate the storm. But instead of a soothing voice, you’re met with flashing lights, a barrage…

De-escalation Training Needed for Officers

Urgent: De-escalation Training Needed for Officers Responding to Calls Involving Individuals with PTSD & C-PTSD Attention All Dispatchers and Law Enforcement Officers: This is an urgent call to action regarding the critical need for improved training when responding to calls involving individuals experiencing Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Complex-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). Recent incidents have…

Tyrant Cops and Mental Health Calls

Tyrant cops are those who abuse their power and authority, often disregarding the rights and well-being of civilians. When dealing with individuals struggling with mental health issues, tyrant cops may exacerbate the situation through intimidation, aggression, or violence rather than employing de-escalation techniques or seeking appropriate mental health resources. Their handling of such calls can…

Update on Erica

After about a week, we were finally able to get information on Erica.  It has been a rough week trying to deal with not knowing how she is doing.  They have her in a room by herself, in a gown, with nothing else.  No books to read and no one to talk to, including family. …