California Prisons Get New Leadership to Address Mental Health Crisis
2025-03-20
Los Angeles Times
In a bid to tackle the long-standing mental health crisis in California prisons, a federal judge has appointed a new prisons chief, following 35 years of scathing reports and rising suicide rates. The move aims to bring in fresh perspectives and expertise to propose effective solutions for mental health care in the state's correctional facilities, addressing the alarming trend of prisoner suicides and providing adequate support to inmates. With a focus on rehabilitation and wellness, the new leadership is expected to drive meaningful change. Key areas of reform include improving access to mental health services, reducing recidivism rates, and enhancing overall prisoner wellbeing.
