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Are Judges Trained to Deal with Mental Illness?

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 ⚖️ Are Judges Trained to Deal with Mental Illness? Spoiler: No they are NOT! And that’s a problem                                                   Photo by Tingey Injury Law Firm on Unsplash Decarlos Brown Jr., 34, who was arrested on Aug. 22 after he fatally stabbed 23-year-old Iryna Zarutska. (abc.com)  The suspect, 34-year-old Decarlos Brown  had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and suffered hallucinations and paranoia, his sister Tracey Brown said. She said her brother told her multiple times the government had implanted a chip in him. (cnn.com)  What is justice in this case? Death penalty? life in prison? Life in a Hospital for the criminally insane?  The history of this man is woven with chances to protect society and get him help but time and time again the system failed to do both or did it fail? Failure, in this case means you ...
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  Balancing Political Fear and Emotions What is Political Fear? Political fear is a psychological response to perceived threats related to political systems, leaders, or events.  It can manifest as anxiety, stress, or a sense of helplessness, often intensified during election seasons, post-election political upheavals, or societal changes. Many people in the USA right now are particularly sensitive to the changing political dynamics as they navigate their roles in family, work, and civic life. No matter what your political viewpoint is, there are a lot of changes happening, and this can cause fear and mental disruption.   Use this simple guide to help bring your mind into balance and bring positive mental health focus.  1. Identify Your Triggers Self-awareness :  Recognize what “specific” political issues or events trigger feelings of fear or anxiety. This might include reading headlines or watching news coverage,  scrolling  social ...