By Genoa Barrow | OBSERVER Senior Staff Writer - Black men are at increased risk of developing anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder due to their interactions with law enforcement, and many have experienced negative interactions that left them with physical or emotional scars.
By Genoa Barrow | OBSERVER Senior Staff Writer - By Sharing His Struggles, Public Health Advocate Ryan McClinton Creates Space For Others To Impart And Conquer Their Mental Health Challenges
By Genoa Barrow | OBSERVER Senior Staff Writer - Black men are sharing their stories of mental health challenges and triumphs in an effort to help other Black men overcome the stigma related to mental health and mental illness.
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — A mountain of evidence shows police often fail to respond properly to people experiencing a mental health crisis. It can lead to avoidable deaths and criminalization of
As many as 15% of 911 calls are for behavioral health emergencies. Some experts want to dispatch healthcare professionals rather than armed police officers for calls related to mental health or homelessness.