BMC Public Health April 2017 PMID 28427371

Inside the nation's largest mental health institution: a prevalence study in a state prison system.

Tala Al-Rousan, Linda Rubenstein, Bruce Sieleni, Harbans Deol, Robert B Wallace

Mentions

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Peak: 12 in Aug 2019
across 5 sources since Oct 2017

Extended reach

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Total likes

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Oct 2017 – Mar 2024

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What people are saying

The comments emphasize the systemic nature of mental health issues in prisons, such as the statement 'The prison system really is the biggest mental health institution in the US,' which uses provocative language to underscore the gravity of the problem. Another example is the mention that 'Major mental illness is also highly correlated to incarceration rates,' illustrating a recognition of systemic links, with tone that is observant rather than confrontational.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree that prisons function as the largest mental health institutions, reflecting shared concern about the mental health crisis in incarceration settings.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions show moderate interest, with expressions of awareness and concern, but not deep analysis or debates about solutions.

EngagementNeutral engagement

Posters engage by sharing brief observations and facts, but lack detailed critique or comprehensive discussion, leading to a neutral engagement level.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions highlight the significant influence of the publication in raising awareness about mental health issues in prisons, indicating a moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study examines the prevalence of mental health conditions among inmates in Iowa's state prison system, finding that nearly half of the inmates have a mental illness, with many diagnosed only after incarceration, especially within the first two years.
  • Most mental health diagnoses are made during incarceration rather than before, highlighting delays in identifying mental illnesses and the significant mental health burden in prisons.
  • The research reveals disparities based on race, age, and gender, with women and minorities more likely to have co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders, emphasizing the need for improved mental health care and early intervention in correctional settings.]

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Prisoner 8612
@nighttimerain1 · X

@ItsMeMorning1 @AlexaprilClark @CohenismLeo @incrediblegecko The prison system really is the biggest mental health institution in the US. We're number 1...? https://t.co/7vv3xsfIOg

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Annette
@DoNotGiveUpHope · X

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Annette
@DoNotGiveUpHope · X

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Crystal
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Major mental illness is also highly correlated to incarceration rates: https://t.co/piGHpWJmKY https://t.co/rZ23byHXsg

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Annette
@DoNotGiveUpHope · X

https://t.co/Ofu2avG0mm

Mar 17, 2024 · 4,104 followers View post →
Annette
@DoNotGiveUpHope · X

https://t.co/Ofu2avG0mm

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Prisoner 8612
@nighttimerain1 · X

@ItsMeMorning1 @AlexaprilClark @CohenismLeo @incrediblegecko The prison system really is the biggest mental health institution in the US. We're number 1...? https://t.co/7vv3xsfIOg

Aug 8, 2022 · 3 likes · 157 followers View post →
Crystal
@CryssyTV · X

Major mental illness is also highly correlated to incarceration rates: https://t.co/piGHpWJmKY https://t.co/rZ23byHXsg

Jun 5, 2020 · 3,847 followers View post →
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Aug 25, 2019 View →
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