Hosts Patricia Wu, Jessica Reyes, and guest psychiatrist Dr. Dan Bober discuss the shift towards treating, not jailing, those with mental health issues.
Limiting Jail Use
Nicole Boyd’s legislative effort aims to reduce jail time for those in mental health crises, emphasizing screenings and outpatient treatment.
Mental Health over Incarceration
Dr. Dan Bober advocates for treatment over jail for the mentally ill, criticizing the system as inhumane and inefficient.
A Call for Progressive Action
The dialogue points to a need for progressive policies that prioritize mental health treatment to prevent the criminalization of mental illness.
