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Experts Unite to Combat Crime with Mental Health Focus

1/18/2025

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At a Fordham symposium, experts united to tackle crime by prioritizing mental health support. Richard Alborn revealed that more than half of Rikers inmates struggle with mental health challenges. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg introduced the SUPPORT Act to enhance crisis intervention for misdemeanors, while Northwell Health's CEO stressed the importance of merging mental and physical health, particularly for youth.

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At a Fordham symposium, experts united to tackle crime by prioritizing mental health support. Richard Alborn revealed that more than half of Rikers inmates struggle with mental health challenges. Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg introduced the SUPPORT Act to enhance crisis intervention for misdemeanors, while Northwell Health's CEO stressed the importance of merging mental and physical health, particularly for youth.