Could mandating mental health care help the most vulnerable?
Brandon del Pozo says when it comes to the severely mentally ill, society has made a mistake prioritizing personal liberty over compassionate care. The former New York City police officer, now researcher, argues that sometimes the most humane mental health care is forced treatment.
On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti · WBUR
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Brandon del Pozo says when it comes to the severely mentally ill, society has made a mistake prioritizing personal liberty over compassionate care.
The former New York City police officer, now researcher, argues that sometimes the most humane mental health care is forced treatment.
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