Discussion:
Create an essay that will address the following questions that is not less than 1200 words using the following sources:
Liska, A., Markowitz, F., Whaley, R., & Bellair, P. (1999). Modeling the Relationship between the Criminal Justice and Mental Health Systems. American Journal of Sociology, 104(6), 1744-75. doi:10.1086/210222
Dupont, R., and S. Cochran. "Police response to mental health emergencies- barriers to change." Journal of the American Academy of Psychiatry and Law 28(3): 228-244, 2000.
Abigail, S. T., Vincent, B. V. H., & Scott, A. R. (2008). Law Enforcement Response to the Mentally Ill: An Evaluative Review. Brief Treatment & Crisis Intervention, 8(3), 236236
Q1: What is the relationship between the mentally ill and the Criminal Justice System?
Q2: What are some challenges law enforcement officials when dealing with individuals who have serious mental health issues?
Q3: Discuss: individuals with serious mental health issues cannot receive the treatment they need when they are in jail or prisons(why or why not?)