Deinstitutionalization has led to increased contact between the mentally ill, law enforcement, and the criminal justice system.

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Deinstitutionalization, the process of reducing the population of mental health hospitals and increasing community-based care, has inadvertently led to many individuals with mental illness not receiving the necessary support. This lack of support often results in increased encounters with law enforcement and higher rates of incarceration, as these individuals may become involved in situations that lead to their arrest due to behaviors stemming from their untreated mental health conditions.

Deinstitutionalization Has Led to Increased Contact Between the Mentally Ill