Community Corrections for Professionals : Mental Health

Mental Health and Drug Abuse Treatment - Audio Conference Training

CC Pro — Thu, 22 Feb 2007 17:19:00 GMT

The Association of Paroling Authorities International, with support from the National Institute of Corrections, will be sponsoring an audio conference training on mental health and drug abuse treatment. This training will occur on Thursday, March 8, 2007 at 2:00 PM Eastern Savings Time (EST). The targeted audience includes parole board members, mental health practitioners, community corrections personnel, and jail and reentry professionals. The presentation will be 60 minutes long, followed by 30 minutes of Q & A. Membership in the Association of Paroling Authorities International is not required for this training. Information on how to register and participate may be found here.

What Is the Level of Illicit Drug Use?

CC Pro — Fri, 22 Sep 2006 20:59:00 GMT

The answer to this and other questions regarding the use of alcohol, tobacco and the prevalence and treatment of mental health problems in the U.S. are published in the 2005 National Survey on Drug Use & Health. This survey by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration, Office of Applied Studies collects and analyzes data on the general U.S. civilian population to measure patterns and consequences of the use and abuse of illicit drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. This survey also examines the linkage between substance use/abuse and serious psychological distress (SPD) and major depressive episodes (MDE).

Do You Have a "Blueprint" for Identifying and Treating Juvenile Mental Disorders?

CC Pro — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 19:07:00 GMT

With up to 70% of youths in the juvenile justice system suffering from mental disorders, do you have a comprehensive and effective way to manage them? The National Center for Mental Health and Juvenile Justice (NCMHJJ) has developed a "blueprint" to assist agencies and providers in constructing a practical framework for dealing with this population. A comprehensive model is provided to develop and improve policies and programs that identify and treat the mental health needs of youthful offenders. Click to access the: Executive Summary; Full Report; and an Appendix of Key Resources. The Research and Program Brief, A Blueprint for Change: Improving the System Response to Youth with Mental Health Needs Involved with the Juvenile Justice System may be found here.

Mental Health Needs in Juvenile Justice

CC Pro — Fri, 11 Aug 2006 22:42:00 GMT

The Summer 2006 issue of "Focal Point" published by The Research & Training Center on Family Support and Children's Mental Health presents strategies for addressing the mental health needs of young offenders involved in the juvenile justice system.