Mental illness in the eyes of the law: examining perceptions of stigma among judges and attorneys

In response to the increasing numbers of mentally ill persons placed under the care of correctional institutions, community-based diversion programs have been established to address the unique needs and challenges of this vulnerable population. Given that legal personnel may serve as gatekeepers in...

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Authors: Batastini, Ashley B. (Author) ; Lester, Michael E. (Author) ; Thompson, R. Alan (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
Published: 2018
In: Psychology, crime & law
Year: 2018, Volume: 24, Issue: 7, Pages: 673-686
Online Access: Volltext (Resolving-System)
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Keywords:
Mental Illness
Court diversion
Offender treatment
Specialty courts
Stigma