Children with Mental Health Issues Often Incarcerated Instead of Treated
Originally: Report finds children with mental health diagnoses often incarcerated instead of getting treatment
A new congressional report reveals that many children with mental health diagnoses are being held in juvenile detention facilities instead of receiving necessary treatment. The survey indicated that about half of the responding facilities have incarcerated youths who could have been released for mental health care. The report highlights a significant shortage of appropriate mental health services, leading to prolonged detention for these vulnerable children. Experts emphasize the need for legislative action to address this ongoing crisis.
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