Many of the recommendations contained in this report are predicated on the availability of effective mental health services in the community. Police, judges, jailers, community corrections officials, and others who refer a person with mental illness to community-based mental health services expect the delivery of certain services and outcomes. A well-functioning mental health system will reduce the number of people with mental illness who come into contact with the criminal justice system. Policy statements and recommendations in this chapter are intended to point the way toward an effective mental health service system. continue...
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Introduction: Elements of an Effective Mental Health System
Policy Statement 35: Evidence-Based Practices
Policy Statement 36: Integration of Services
Policy Statement 37: Co-Occurring Disorders
Policy Statement 38: Housing for People with Mental Illness
Policy Statement 39: Consumer and Family Member Involvement
Policy Statement 40: Cultural Competency
Policy Statement 41: Mental Health Workforce
Policy Statement 42: Accountability
Policy Statement 43: Advocacy
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