Mental Health and Substance Use in Custody

Understanding Substance Use and Mental Health in Custody Substance use disorders (SUDs) and mental health issues are prevalent among incarcerated individuals in New Mexico, posing significant challenges both for the individuals affected and the correctional system overall. SUDs encompass a range of conditions that alter an individual’s brain function and behavior due to the misuse … Read more

Introduction to Substance Use and Mental Health Issues in Custody In the context of California’s custodial settings, substance use and mental health issues represent significant challenges that require urgent attention. Substance use disorder (SUD) is characterized by an individual’s compulsive pattern of consumption of substances, leading to clinically significant impairment or distress. According to the … Read more