Am I Eligible for Mental Health Court?
If you have a mental illness and are facing charges, dealing with the legal system can be an overwhelming experience. Fortunately, there are certain circumstances where a person with a mental illness can qualify for mental health court, making the process much easier. What are mental health courts? Mental health courts are specialty courts that […]
New Regulations Added for Sober Living Homes in Phoenix
The valley of the sun has seen a recent spike in sober living homes. However, the increased number of homes are causing some issues with surprised neighbors, forcing them to take action. Currently, there is no way to tell or know for sure if a sober living or recovery home is in your neighborhood or […]
Is Working Affecting Your Mental Health for a Compensation Claim?
We all know jobs can be stressful. The daily pressures can lead to physical issues and even psychological issues. Especially when an employer happens to conduct atrocious behavior. You may even be able to have a workman’s compensation claim for the mental illness caused by your employer and workplace. Who is eligible? All employees have […]
How Social Media Can Impact Your Mental Health Case
Social media has taken the world by storm. It has changed the way we interact with each other by using platforms like Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. We use these to update everyone on everything going on in our life. However, sharing too much information can be harmful to your legal case. Photos & Posts Photos […]
Tucson Police Will Be Trained in Handling Mental Health
Police officers in Tucson have begun to receive training to better handle mental health crisis calls. Chief Chris Magnus said that 500 officers are expected to complete training by the end of the year. This puts the Tucson Police Department ahead of the rest of the country in mental health training. Mental Health Support Team The police […]
Phoenix Police Department Starts “Mental Health Squad”
Law enforcement is a tough job, in many aspects, but one particular aspect—interacting with mentally ill civilians (who may be acting extremely erratically)—should be getting a little easier. A group has been started to assist officers interacting with the mentally ill, the “Mental Health Squad.” The squad consists of one sergeant and six officers, who […]