Take Care: Addressing the intersectionality between crime, mental illness

Editor’s Note: In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, this is Part 2 of a month-long series centering around the many facets of mental health, from community to crime to survivor stories. Read Part 1, “Take Care: Destigmatizing mental health issues through education and community events,” here.

When examining the intersectionality between mental health and crime, it’s important to begin in a place of understanding that the nation, let alone the state of…