Mentally Ill

Austin’s 911 Mental Health Diversion Program is getting the right resources to mental health crises and lowering arrest rates

One agency is using virtual reality to tackle both

Current police officers are invited to participate in an online survey to share their perceptions of working with individuals with mental illness

Protecting our communities from threats takes intense effort, rational behavior and logical thinking

Falsehoods and myths when responding to mentally ill or suicidal subject calls for service

"Addressing mental health is central to what we do as police officers," said Police Chief James White, who is a licensed mental health counselor

The woman, who was clearly having a mental health crisis, was carrying an AK-47 and appeared to be wearing a vest filled with explosives

A city council member estimated that 5-10% of 911 calls could be diverted from police

Court ruled the officers had probable cause to detain the subject for his own safety and the legal power to use reasonable force to accomplish that detention

'The magnitude of societal issues has far exceeded what law enforcement and mental health providers can effectively address alone.'

Community collaborations provide access to many innovative programs such as peer specialists and mental health urgent care facilities

A new program from VirTra teaches officers how to recognize mental health challenges and how to respond appropriately

De-escalation and communication skills are key in the fast-paced, unpredictable world of emergency psychiatry

Anecdotal evidence seems to support that suicide by cop incidents are on the rise