Criminal Behavior

Introduced: Jun 5, 2003
Enacted — Signed by the President on Oct 30, 2004
Pub.L. 108-414

Federal Bureau of Prisons Program Statement

Federal Bureau of Prisons Program Statement

Offers publications, media clips, research and document library, and local program examples. Also, contains an extensive database comprised of journal articles, policy reports, publications, program evaluations, information on current/pending legislation, and a database of criminal justice/mental health programs from around the country.

A national nonprofit organization dedicated to eliminating barriers to the timely and effective treatment of severe mental illnesses by promoting laws, policies, and practices for the delivery of psychiatric care.

Focuses on the story of Ralph Tortorici. Also includes history of the insanity defense and information on the jailed and imprisoned mentally ill.

From Justia, which provides free case law, codes, regulations and legal information for lawyers, business, students and consumers world wide.

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Article by Carol A. Rolf, J.D., Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Legal Studies, Rivier College

Article from Scientific American

In downloadable pdf format, this resource provides information about state level mental health parity laws addressing the type of law, affected policies, covered conditions, and links to additional information

"The mission of NIMH is to transform the understanding and treatment of mental illnesses through basic and clinical research, paving the way for prevention, recovery and cure. For the Institute to continue fulfilling this vital public health mission, it must foster innovative thinking and ensure that a full array of novel scientific perspectives are used to further discovery in the evolving science of brain, behavior, and experience."

"Mental Health America's programs help it to fulfill its mission of 'promoting mental health, preventing mental disorders and achieving victory over mental illness through advocacy, education, research and services.' The goals of our programs are to educate the public, encourage reform and promote the use of effective local and regional prevention and recovery programs."

A non-profit organization that works on the prevention of emotional and mental health disorders and towards proper treatment and care for people with mental health disorders.