Understanding Correctional Mental Health Services-Presentation Slides

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The document is a transcript of a presentation related to understanding correctional mental health services. It is part of the Clinical Support System for Serious Mental Illness (CSS-SMI), a Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) funded initiative implemented by the American Psychiatric Association (APA). The presentation discusses various aspects of correctional mental health services, including prevalence rates of serious mental illness in jails and prisons, case law and national standards guiding mental health services, challenges in delivering care in correctional environments, and the basic elements of mental health care within correctional settings.<br /><br />Some key points mentioned in the presentation include:<br /><br />- The prevalence of serious mental illness is higher in prisons and jails compared to the general public.<br />- The number of persons supervised by U.S. correctional systems has been decreasing in recent years, primarily due to a decrease in the prison population.<br />- A significant number of prisoners and jail inmates report serious psychological distress, and many have received prior mental health treatment.<br />- The provision of mental health care in correctional settings is guided by case law and national standards, including those related to inmate rights, healthcare standards, and adequate care.<br />- There are different types of correctional settings, such as lockups, jails, prisons, and juvenile facilities, each with its own characteristics and challenges.<br />- Psychotropic medication administration and suicide prevention are important aspects of correctional mental health care.<br />- Post-release outcomes, such as the risk of death and the need for continuity of care, are critical considerations.<br /><br />Overall, the document provides an overview of various aspects of correctional mental health services, highlighting the challenges and important considerations for delivering care in correctional settings.

Keywords

correctional mental health services

prevalence rates of serious mental illness

case law

national standards

challenges in delivering care

mental health care within correctional settings

prison population

psychological distress

inmate rights

healthcare standards