Posts Tagged ‘mental illness’
Nonprofits bring mental health support to Dia de los Muertos tradition
At the Latina Center in Richmond, candles, marigold flowers, and ofrendas, or offerings, are placed on an alter next to images of loved ones who have passed away. This is a part of a Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead celebration, an ancient Latin American tradition to honor loved ones who have passed away.
Read MoreCounty implements Laura’s Law for treatment of the mentally ill
Contra Costa became the eighth county in California to begin implementation of AB 1421, also known as Laura’s Law, which allows for court-ordered assisted outpatient treatment of the mentally ill. Its supporters believe that while treatment should first be offered as a choice, mentally ill people who pose a threat to society and resist medical help should be ordered into treatment by a court.
Read MoreMental health advocates ask: “How could they?”
Advisory panel says the mayor’s opponents exploited the stigma of mental illness for political purposes.
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