People recently released from incarceration are among the most vulnerable populations in society. To better support these individuals, our Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Digital CoLab are now providing digital resources and support for people reentering communities after incarceration. The new program is called Digital SAFE-T and is built on a partnership between Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and WellSpace Health (the largest federally qualified health center or FQHC in Sacramento). It provides personalized case management for recently incarcerated individuals. “We are proud to have developed the Digital SAFE-T Program to help incarcerated and released individuals access resources and critical care in the palm of their hand,” said Ashish Atreja, CIO and chief digital health officer. “By re-imagining how we can support this vulnerable patient population, we are thinking beyond the walls of our hospital to provide care through technology.” Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gckszzTT
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🚀UC Davis Health Launches Digital Program to Support Reentry After Incarceration 🚀 People reentering communities after incarceration face immense challenges such as homelessness, substance use disorders, and mental health issues. To address these, UC Davis Health's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and the Digital CoLab have launched the Digital SAFE-T Program, a digital support initiative for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders post-incarceration. The program provides free smartphones, automated SMS check-ins, and a web-based community resource guide, ensuring that recently released individuals can access vital services and support. The pilot SAFE-T Program showed promising results with significantly lower re-arrest and emergency room visit rates. Funded by a $1.5 million congressional grant, this initiative underscores the importance of federal support in tackling health equity. “We are proud to help incarcerated and released individuals access critical resources and care through technology,” said Ashish Atreja, CIO and Chief Digital Health Officer of UC Davis Health. This innovative program exemplifies how technology can transform healthcare delivery and support vulnerable populations. Learn more about how UC Davis Health is advancing health equity and supporting communities: #DigitalHealth #HealthEquity #Telehealth #UC DavisHealth #IncarcerationReentry #CommunitySupport
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The study emphasizes the importance of expanding access to MOUD in jails to address the opioid epidemic and improve public health outcomes for incarcerated populations as only 44% of jails offer MOUD in the current system. #psychiatry #psychiatrist #doctor #mentalhealth #mentalhealthtreatment #opioid #opioidusedisorder #addiction #addictiontreatment #healthcareforall #shrinksinsneakers #opioidcrisis #addictiontreatment #speakup #advocacy https://lnkd.in/egJMyPcc
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One goal of our mental health assessments for correctional facilities is to help prisoners successfully integrate into society after serving their time. Want to learn more? https://lnkd.in/gAYkb-wG #correctionalfacilities #mentalhealthcare #telepsychiatry
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Preventing Youth Incarceration: A Translational Approach I am honored to have been selected to present in this year's Howard University Research Symposium. My presentation is a preliminary report of collaborative work that the Education Rights Center is doing in collaboration with the Workforce Development Class, HU I-LEAD, HU School of Social Work, and HU School of Psychology. Thank you to Thomas Armooh, Crystal Bush, Malachi Clemons, Ayomide Okeshola, Darwin Perry, and Layla Washington for their participation in student interviews. Juvenile crime has recently reached crisis levels. Youth incarceration is a policy approach being used to address the problem. The aim of this project is to identify alternative policy approaches by analyzing qualitative community data of individuals most affected by the problem -- the young people in the neighborhoods with the highest concentration of youth involved in the criminal justice system. The research team was an academic pipeline, incorporating participants ranging from high school (senior project inspired the work), through interdisciplinary undergraduate ILEAD students, to graduate students and faculty in three disciplines (law, social work, and psychology). In translating research into social benefit, the project leverages the following five research objectives -- two substantive and three methodological: 1. Formulate provisional youth incarceration prevention recommendations; 2. Lift the voices of students in communities most affected by juvenile crime and incarceration, concerning the causes and solutions to the problem; 3. Test methodologies for collecting community data from juvenile populations; 4. Consider methodologies for incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to make data analysis more efficient; and 5. Test methodologies for asynchronous interdisciplinary collaboration across a pipeline of participants.
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"Incarceration is a process that often systematically removes access to resources and experiences that would enhance recovery capital (e.g., employment)." We work with many folks in recovery and with histories of justice system involvement and aim to help address this systemic lack of support through peer coaching and employment opportunities. Read more about this Recovery Research Institute study on the association between recovery capital and improvements following incarceration here: https://lnkd.in/g9qnhUsM
Improvements in recovery capital associated with improvement after incarceration
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Proper mental health assessments for inmates are often overlooked due to limited resources and a lack of qualified providers. Check out our blog to learn how telepsychiatry can help by providing quicker and more accessible psychiatric assessments. https://lnkd.in/gAYkb-wG #correctionalfacilities #telepsychiatry
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The cycle of incarceration and reincarceration can only be broken by understanding and addressing its underlying causes. One significant factor is the link between childhood adversity, behavioral health (BH) conditions, and the heightened risk of incarceration. Trauma, often stemming from childhood experiences, manifests in various BH disorders, contributing to an increased likelihood of involvement with the criminal justice system. Research underscores the prevalence of trauma-related diagnoses among incarcerated individuals, with rates significantly higher than those in the general population. To disrupt this cycle, interventions must target dynamic risk factors, including substance abuse and antisocial behavior, while also addressing trauma and BH disorders. Effective treatments tailored to the needs of individuals with histories of trauma and incarceration are crucial for successful reentry into society. As practitioners and policymakers, it's imperative to advocate for evidence-based interventions and allocate resources to support comprehensive treatment initiatives within correctional settings. Let's work together to break the cycle and promote rehabilitation and reintegration. #ACEs #Reentry #CriminalLaw
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Substance use is a Public Health Issue, not a Criminal One The criminalization of substance use has been the dominant approach for decades, focusing on punishment rather than rehabilitation, and has had horrific consequences for our communities of color. Our Overburdened Legal System is strained, leading to overcrowded prisons and inaccesbile resources that could be better allocated to addressing the root causes of chaotic substance use. Studies consistently show high rates of recidivism among individuals with substance use disorders who are incarcerated. Furthermore, an individual is 10x + higher likely to die of an overdose if incarcerated. Shifting the focus from criminalization to a public health approach offers several advantages: a) Prevention and Early Intervention: Public health initiatives prioritize prevention and early intervention, aiming to address substance use issues before it becomes a chronic problem. Evidence suggests that early intervention programs, such as education and harm reduction strategies, are more successful in reducing substance-related harms. b) Holistic Treatment and Rehabilitation: A public health approach emphasizes the provision of comprehensive and evidence-based treatment options for individuals struggling with substance use disorders. This includes access to counseling, medication-assisted therapy, and support services tailored to individual needs. C. Harm Reduction Strategies: A key aspect of the public health approach is the implementation of harm reduction strategies. These evidence-based interventions aim to minimize the negative consequences of substance use while recognizing the reality that complete abstinence may not be immediately achievable for everyone. International Success Stories: Countries that have adopted a public health approach to substance use have seen positive outcomes: a) Portugal: Portugal decriminalized the possession and use of all drugs in 2001, focusing on prevention, harm reduction, and treatment. Over the years, Portugal has experienced a significant decrease in drug-related deaths, HIV infection rates, and drug-related crimes. b) Switzerland: Switzerland implemented supervised injection facilities where individuals can use drugs under medical supervision. This approach has led to reduced overdose deaths, decreased public drug use, and increased access to healthcare and social services. The evidence overwhelmingly supports the notion that substance use is primarily a public health issue, not a criminal one. By shifting our approach, we can redirect resources towards prevention, early intervention, and evidence-based treatment, ultimately reducing harm and improving the overall well-being of individuals and communities. It is time to prioritize compassion, understanding, and evidence in our efforts to address substance use. Please help us by signing the petition below to pivot substance use to #publichealth https://chng.it/QzDJ7jxjC7 #publicpolicy #drugpolicy
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So many things we could do better here to influence outcomes of both long term conditions and suicide. The commissioned infrastructure could both facilitate and improve how we apply a multiagency model if it was done better. Equally, let’s have more seamless pathways in and through the gate. It’s not that complicated to do/ it just serves a purpose to have people think it is. Much of what we have has been manufactured for the purpose of a false economy. It’s not good business nor economically sound if harms increase and people die from preventable conditions. It suggests an epic fail at scale. From a patient safety point of view this would not be tolerated in the context of a hospital. Need to urgently change the narrative here.
The rate of suicide after release from incarceration is tragically high. But whose problem is this, and what can we do about it? In this Comment, Rohan Borschmann and I discuss the importance of multisectoral responses to prevent suicides and meaningfully improve health outcomes for people released from incarceration. https://lnkd.in/g7RdJwN4
Preventing Suicide After Release From Incarceration—A Multisectoral Response
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Did you know that juvenile incarceration not only affects the lives of young individuals but also has a profound impact on society as a whole? Research shows that juveniles who are incarcerated often struggle with reintegrating into society, leading to higher rates of recidivism. One potential solution is investing in rehabilitation programs that focus on education, mental health support, and job training. These programs have been shown to reduce reoffending rates and help young individuals lead successful and productive lives after incarceration. Let's work together to create a more supportive and effective system for juvenile rehabilitation and reintegration. JuvenileJustice Rehabilitation EducationForAll How do you think we can better support young individuals who have been incarcerated? Share your thoughts in the comments below #madewithpredisai
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