Tag: Allison Redlich
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Allison Redlich, University at Albany – Mental Health Courts
“There is consistent evidence that MHCs reduce arrests and number of days in jail, however the mechanisms by which MHCs produce these reductions are entirely unclear,” said Redlich. “One presumption held by MHCs is that untreated mental illness causes criminal behavior, and that by treating the illness, criminality will decrease. However, this presumption lacks empirical…
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Behind the Scenes: Recording The Academic Minute
We welcomed Dr. Allison Redlich of the University at Albany School of Criminal Justice into WAMC’s studios today. Dr. Redlich was here to discuss her fascinating research into mental health courts. Her feature will air on WAMC and Academic Minute affiliates this fall.