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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 ...

  Talking About Hard topics: Sharing personal and sensitive topics, such as our trauma history or mental health needs, can understandably bring about several challenges. One significant concern can be the fear of rejection. When we open up and share deep aspects of ourselves, there's a natural worry that the other person might not accept or understand us. Another layer of difficulty involves the anxiety associated with trust. Expressing traumatic experiences requires us to be vulnerable and place our trust in another individual, which can be daunting. Additionally, it's common to experience a feeling of weakness when expressing our own needs. We might have a misconception that sharing our vulnerabilities or requirements could be perceived as a sign of weakness. Preparing for a Difficult Conversation Talking about trauma or other personal topics can be difficult. Here are few steps to help you prepare: Preparing Internally Practice what you want to say into a mirr...

  Understanding ADHD in Adults What is ADHD? Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental issue that typically manifests in childhood and most of the time continues into adulthood. Though often characterized by inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity, adults with ADHD may experience additional challenges like disorganization, difficulty with time management, and challenges in maintaining relationships and employment. Key Symptoms of Adult ADHD •     Inattention : Difficulty sustaining focus, forgetfulness, being overwhelmed, and frequent errors in work or other activities. •    Hyperactivity : Restlessness, feeling “on the go,” need for new stimuli, and difficulty relaxing. •    Impulsivity : Difficulty waiting for things to happen, interrupting others, not fully listening to others, others feeling dismissed by you, and making hasty decisions. Impacts of ADHD in Adulthood ADHD can affect various aspect...