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From Public Service to Private Practice: The Collapse of the Social Work Profession

Mad in America

By the mid to late 20th century, neoliberal policies led to cuts in social programs, shifting social responsibility from the state to mostly nonprofits and privatized services. The social services that remain government-funded are often outsourced to private entities. Who Benefits from Your Work?

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In the Name of ‘Modernization,’ Newsom Admin. Wants to Disappear Unhoused and Disabled People From the Streets

Mad in America

The law empowers family members, social service providers, police, and first responders to refer primarily unhoused people diagnosed with schizophrenia or other severe mental illnesses to a regime of civil courts that would compel them to accept a ‘care plan’ handed down by a judge.

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My Story of Surviving Psychiatry

Mad in America

Editor’s Note: This article originally appeared on Mad in the UK. I remember the nurse taking the full names and dates of birth of my children to give to social services. We were nonetheless put through two social services investigations soon after I was discharged. I want to start my story at the end.

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The State of Mental Health in U.S. Communities: Insights from NACCHO Behavioral Health 360

Credible Mind

He has published numerous health-related articles and holds both an MPH in Epidemiology and Biostatistics and a DrPH in Health Informatics from UC Berkeley. With a Master of Social Work and a Graduate Public Health Certificate, Shimar brings well-rounded expertise in both social services and public health.

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Digital Innovation for Community Mental Health: Meaningful Impact at Scale Webinar

Credible Mind

He has published numerous health-related articles and holds both an MPH in epidemiology and biostatistics and a DrPH in health informatics from UC Berkeley. With a master of social work and a graduate public health certificate, Clements brings well-rounded expertise in both social services and public health.

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Is Mental Health a Choice—and Can Understanding Help Us Heal?

Mad in America

I didn’t pursue mental health treatment for reasons outlined in a previous article. My work and study was in the field of psychology and social services so my approach was analytical. I’ve experienced a severe psychological “disorder” after an emotionally intense unresolved experience that was a struggle lasting for decades.

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Reimagining Crisis Support: A Conversation with Tina Minkowitz

Mad in America

Editor’s Note: This article was first published on our affiliate site, Mad in Mexico. This article comprises a conversation between Mad in Mexico’s Luis Gerardo Arroyo Lynn and Tina Minkowitz, a lawyer specializing in international human rights involved in the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).