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February 2022Medications for Opioid Use Disorder in the Criminal/Legal System: Knowledge, Beliefs, and Attitudes Among Rural Community-Based StakeholdersThe aim of this study was to describe rural community stakeholders' attitudes and perceptions of providing medication for opioid use disorder (MOUD) to individuals in the criminal/legal system. Data were utilized from a technical assistance initiative aimed at strengthening community-based OUD treatment within criminal/legal systems. MOUD training was associated with endorsing the effectiveness of methadone, oral naltrexone, and injectable naltrexone. Three primary themes emerged from the stakeholder interviews: 1) acceptance of MOUD uptake; 2) stigma of MOUD and diversion concerns; and 3) gaps in MOUD treatment. Most interviewees noted that there is a scarcity of treatment options in their community, and among the existing services, there are considerable barriers to care.Treatment ecosystemsPublication -
January 2022Interdisciplinary Partnerships Series: Center for Behavioral Health and JusticeThis webinar is part four of the Interdisciplinary Partnership Series hosted by the Mental Health Diversion Council Mental Health Partnership and Collaboration Webinar Series. Topics covered in this webinar include: overview and history of the Center of Behavioral Health and Justice, examination of Michigan’s crisis response systems, the Stepping Up, initiative and the County Data Dashboard.DiversionCrisis responseVideo
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January 2022Understanding Procedures for Behavioral Health in Carceral SettingsCarceral settings differ from typical behavioral health settings in organizational structure, associated security measures, and overall goals. It is important for providers to understand how to gain access to facilities, provide services aligned with security protocols, and communicate effectively to develop long-lasting, high-quality partnerships that ensure people receive the services they need while incarcerated. Similarly, correctional facilities should understand the rules and regulations that providers must follow to ensure their patients' needs are met and that high quality services are provided. Together, service providers and correctional facilities can work in harmony to maintain security and provide people with high quality behavioral health services during incarceration. Speakers include Captain Julie Massengill, Jail Administrator, Monroe County Sheriff's Office; Adam Anastasoff, Jail Diversion Supervisor, Monroe Community Mental Health Authority; Renee Casey, Director of Community Corrections Services, Washtenaw County; Captain Lindsay Cole, Jail Administrator, Kent County Sheriff.Treatment ecosystemsVideo
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December 2021Michigan statewide emergency dispatch surveyThis brief is the result of a partnership between the Center for Behavioral Health and Justice (CBHJ), the National Emergency Number Association, and the Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials. In 2021, the CBHJ administered an online survey (N=114) to Public Service Telecommunicators (PSTs) to understand the state's emergency dispatch system. Included here are the survey findings and recommendations to improve crisis response through dispatch.Crisis responsePolicy brief
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December 2021Crisis event dispositions following a crisis response team interventionBetween January 1, 2018 and December 31, 2019, the CRT self-dispatched to mental/behavioral health-related 9-1-1 calls. Most CRT events involved persons who were White, male, and an average of 39.3 years old. Most crises were mental health, followed by self-harm, and substance use. Events were generally resolved at the scene; over a quarter resulted in immediate detention, followed by voluntary transport, and arrest. Crisis type was a significant predictor of event dispositions. Homelessness was also a significant predictor of arrest.Harm reductionCrisis responsePublication
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November 2021Opioid use disorder in Michigan JailsJails are a critical prevention touchpoint to slow the overdose epidemic. Center for Behavioral Health and Justice research shows that over a 3-year period, nearly 20% of all community overdose deaths were people who had been incarcerated. Between July and September of 2020, four Michigan jails implemented OUD Screening and MOUD treatment programs. 14% screened positive for an OUD.Treatment ecosystemsPolicy brief
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November 2021COVID-19 testing for justice-involved personsThis video aims at debunking common myths and stigmas among justice-involved persons and COVID-19. Ultimately, this video seeks to help jails implement COVID-19 safety guidelines and ultimately reduce the spread of COVID-19 in jails and beyond.OtherAnimation
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November 2021COVID-19 vaccine information for justice-involved peopleThis video aims to explain some basics on how the COVID-19 vaccine works and encourage individuals who become involved with the justice system to get testing and/or vaccinated. Ultimately, this video seeks to help jails implement COVID-19 safety guidelines and ultimately reduce the spread of COVID-19 in jails and beyond.OtherAnimation
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November 2021"What happens if I have COVID-19"? For justice-involved peopleWhat happens if you get COVID-19 and become involved in the justice system? This video aims at answering this question and debunk common myths and stigmas among justice-involved persons and COVID-19. Ultimately, this video seeks to help jails implement COVID-19 safety guidelines and ultimately reduce the spread of COVID-19 in jails and beyond.OtherAnimation
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November 2021COVID-19 contact tracing and discharge planning for jail staff and leadershipThis video provides information about COVID-19 contact tracing and discharge planning for jail staff and leadership. Ultimately, this video seeks to help jails implement COVID-19 safety guidelines and ultimately reduce the spread of COVID-19 in jails and beyond.OtherAnimation
