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New York Prisons Holding Mentally Ill People in Solitary, Lawsuit Says.

Authors :
RANSOM, JAN
Source :
New York Times. 5/9/2024, Vol. 173 Issue 60149, pA19-A19. 1/3p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The article discusses a lawsuit alleging that New York prisons continue to hold mentally ill individuals in solitary confinement despite a law banning such practices, highlighting the experiences of prisoners like Stephanie Peña. It also examines the impact of prolonged isolation on mental health and the legal efforts to address these issues through court injunctions.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
173
Issue :
60149
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
177128965