by Raymond Sheehy | Jan 13, 2025 | Forensic Mental Health
For many people with severe mental health conditions, prison is not a one-time experience—it’s a cycle. They leave with no support, struggle to adjust, and end up back behind bars. This is not just a failure of the justice system. It is a failure of mental health... 
by Raymond Sheehy | Dec 23, 2024 | Forensic Mental Health
The UK’s prison system is full of people with mental health conditions. Many arrive in prison with severe issues. Others develop them while inside. But instead of getting proper treatment, most are left to cope alone. When they leave, the problems don’t disappear. In... 
by Raymond Sheehy | Sep 16, 2024 | Forensic Mental Health
When we think of the criminal justice system, the focus often falls on punishment and deterrence. But for many women, their journey into this system is deeply rooted in something far more complex and heartbreaking: childhood trauma. Abuse, neglect, and violence in... 
by Raymond Sheehy | Aug 5, 2024 | Forensic Mental Health
Serving time in prison is a life-altering experience. Many people who commit crimes have mental health challenges before they enter the prison system. The other side of the coin is that being in prison can take a toll on an inmate’s mental health too. Many who are... 
by Raymond Sheehy | Jun 15, 2024 | Forensic Mental Health
Individuals with mental health problems who have committed serious offenses often find themselves in challenging situations when they are released from secure hospital settings. They require support and integration into the community to prevent reoffending and promote...