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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren

@judgewren.bsky.social
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Pioneer, America’s First Mental Health Court. Broward County’s MHC is dedicated to diversion & decriminalization of persons with mental illness, Author, NSU Adjunct Professor, Global Speaker.

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Al Guiocoche @guiocoche.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
www.theguardian.com/tv-and-radio...
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Colbert launches YouTube channel less than a week after late-night show ends
Channel quietly debuts over weekend with Only in Monroe video days after Thursday’s final Late Show episode
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
@samhsa.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social @joannesansome.bsky.social @debraruh.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @neilmilliken.bsky.social @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @morgfair.bsky.social
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swirlOsquirrel @swirlosquirrel.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
The Danish gov’t has installed floating platforms planted with wildflowers and native vegetation in the harbors and canals of Copenhagen, to create urban habitat sanctuaries for birds, bees, pollinators, insects, and even some aquatic life. #FlowersOfBluesky #InnovativeSolutions💡
Goose chilling among the flowers
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 16/05/2026
@samhsa.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social @joannesansome.bsky.social @debraruh.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @neilmilliken.bsky.social @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @morgfair.bsky.social
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Lori Levin @lorilevin.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
I agree with you! You have helped so many people. I was proud to be part of planning and funding of expansion of these courts in Illinois. Thank you for your leadership!
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
Thank SAMSHA, NAMI and all communities promoting access to treatment over punishment.
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 18/04/2026
I do not agree… Therapeutic courts saves lives! Thank goodness for problem-solving treatment courts filling system and policy gaps. @lorilevin.bsky.social
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Mental Health Reform Activists Played The Long Game. Here’s What That Can Teach Us Today. msmagazine.com/2022/12/06/m... Thank You, Phyliss Vine, @ all “Playing the Long Game” for mental health” #MentalHealthMatters” @andydrc.bsky.social @akwyz.com @meganranney.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social
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Mental Health Reform Activists Played The Long Game. Here’s What That Can Teach Us Today.
Biden’s American Rescue Plan included billions for mental health—thanks to decades of work from activists and Mental Patients Liberation Movement.
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 08/03/2026
Happy International Women’s Day 💜
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Happy International Women’s Day 2026 💜🌎🌺 @morgfair.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @debraruh.bsky.social @meganranney.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @againstrestraint.com @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @unwomen.bsky.social @morgfair.bsky.social
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
www.valleyvanguardonline.com/restorative-... @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social @againstrestraint.com @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social
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Restorative justice cuts town reoffending to near zero - The Valley Vanguard
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Megan Ranney MD MPH @meganranney.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
I do not disagree 🙏
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
kutv.com/features/hea... @meganranney.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @samhsa.bsky.social @drhowardliu.bsky.social @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @drtedros.who.int
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Utah seniors struggle with loneliness as isolation takes toll on mental health
Older adults across Utah face growing risks of isolation and loneliness, a challenge experts say can have serious impacts on both mental and physical health.Get
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
www.eea.europa.eu/en/newsroom/... @thencmh.bsky.social @who.int @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @lakotaman.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @akwyz.com
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Exposure to pollution linked to depression, anxiety and other mental health issues
Reducing pollution, in line with the EU Zero Pollution action plan, could improve mental health across Europe, according to an EEA briefing published today. The publication covers the links between ai...
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
montanafreepress.org/2026/03/02/m... @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @againstrestraint.com @neilmilliken.bsky.social @akwyz.com @debraruh.bsky.social @samhsa.bsky.social
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Montana voters overwhelmingly view cost as a major mental health care hurdle
An MTFP-Eagleton poll of registered voters show that affordability concerns are more widespread than worry about travel distance or stigma.
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 01/03/2026
www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/prac... @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @akwyz.com @neilmilliken.bsky.social @debraruh.bsky.social @againstrestraint.com
psychologytoday.com
3 Reasons Men May Struggle With Their Mental Health
Stuffing emotions is not a winning strategy because those emotions will often come out in a destructive way. With mindfulness, you can use your emotions in a positive way.
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Feministory @feministory.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Edith Sampson, American lawyer, jurist. The first African-American woman elected to Illinois bench as judge of the Cook County Circuit Court (1962). The first African-American U.S. delegate appointed to the United Nations #womenshistory #BlackHistoryMonth #LawSky #law #UnitedNatons #gov #BHM #woc
Edith Sampson
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
When Jesse Jackson Came to ‘Sesame Street’: ‘I Am! Somebody!’ www.nytimes.com/2026/02/17/a... 🙏🏻 @lorilevin.bsky.social @morgfair.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social
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When Jesse Jackson Came to ‘Sesame Street’: ‘I Am! Somebody!’
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 14/02/2026
Hope you can hop on!! Be great to see you ❤️
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Marcie Timmerman @marcietimmerman.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
Exciting!!!
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
It is ☺️☺️
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Join Us! Wednesday Feb. 25th reaching out to our seniors: All You Need to Know About the Justice System. @drel-dbh.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @akwyz.com @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @meganranney.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
now.temple.edu/events/2026-... @lorilevin.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @againstrestraint.com @debraruh.bsky.social
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When Trauma Looks Like Disability: Trauma-Informed Social Work in K–12 Education
Children do not leave their life experiences at the school door. In K–12 settings, educators are often the first to observe the effects of trauma, attachment disruptions, and chronic stress, yet these...
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Neoshia Roemer @profnroemer.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Thankful that I was able to connect with @jillwieberlens.bsky.social during her visit to Seton Hall Law! Very engaging presentation (and book) on stillbirth and the law.
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Morgan Fairchild @morgfair.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
#OnMyWalk to a wonderful brunch with great friends @alexskuby.bsky.social @mocollins.bsky.social @nancyleegrahn.bsky.social & @kimmasters.bsky.social We worked on all the world’s problems! More work to do!🤪 Mask is on the table #BeKind Sending Love To You All💗🎉💗🌷💗🥰💗🌷💗🎉💗🥰💗🌷💗🎉💗🥰💗
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Congratulations Ellen ✨✨✨
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
Robin Williams’ son teams up with S.F. startup to use AI as mental health resource #MentalHealthMatters www.sfchronicle.com/entertainmen... @samhsa.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @neilmilliken.bsky.social @akwyz.com
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Robin Williams’ son teams up with S.F. startup to use AI as mental health resource
Zak Williams, the son of legendary actor Robin Williams, has partnered with a San Francisco AI startup aiming to make mental health care more accessible and efficient.
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Lori Levin @lorilevin.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Vallotton #morningart
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The Lancet @thelancet.com · 23/01/2026
Can small changes in physical activity make a major difference? On the cover, a meta-analysis suggests that 5 extra minutes of moderate physical activity a day is associated with a reduction of up to 6% of all deaths in the least active adults. Read this & more 👉 spkl.io/63326AUxjE
Cover of The Lancet's Jan 24, 2026 issue. Quote on cover reads: "Small and realistic increases in [physical activity] of 5 min/day might prevent up to 6% of all deaths."
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Amy Diehl, Ph.D. @amydiehl.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
NHTSA research: Women have higher risk of injury than men in 26% of 150 crash models. -46% higher: frontal crashes -55% higher: rollover crashes -62% higher: lower extremity injuries in frontal crashes -128% higher: foot/ankle injuries in frontal crashes www.trucknews.com/transportati...
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Mary Beth O'Connor @marybethoconnor.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
Informative study about the high #addiction and #mentalhealth disorders rates of #teens and young adults. And an explanation of the reasons behind the low treatment rates. jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...
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Adolescent Treatment Landscape of Depression, Suicidality, and Substance Use Disorder in the US
This cross-sectional survey study examines the factors associated with the diagnosis of and treatment for mental health and substance use disorder for US adolescents.
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Angela @angie-baby-25.bsky.social · 09/01/2026
Good morning Blue Sky friends 💙 Happy Friday to you all. Have an incredible day everyone Best wishes 🤗❤️🌞🌸 #bekind
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
bbrfoundation.org/blog/kinder-... #HappyNewYear2026🎊 @lorilevin.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social @againstrestraint.com @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @debraruh.bsky.social @neilmilliken.bsky.social @akwyz.com
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A Kinder Way to Think About New Year’s Resolutions | Brain & Behavior Research Foundation
As the calendar turns to a new year, many of us start thinking about New Year’s resolutions. Eat better. Exercise more. Save money. Lose weight. The idea of a fresh start can feel hopeful. But for man...
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Debra Ruh (she/her/hers) @debraruh.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
What makes this campaign powerful is not what it explains, but what it reveals. 🎥 Credit: “The world is harder when it wasn’t designed for you” Created by the Vozes da Inclusão Institute, dedicated to accessibility and inclusion. Shared by @theadnetwork
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
mentalhealthfirstaid.org/news/post-ho... @akwyz.com @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @debraruh.bsky.social @neilmilliken.bsky.social @akwyz.com @axschat.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @againstrestraint.com @andydrc.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social
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Coping With Post-holiday Stress and Embracing Change for the New Year
As we enter the new year, it’s important to find ways to manage this post-holiday stress and embrace the changes that come with it.
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
www.americanprogress.org/article/head... @robincogan.bsky.social @meganranney.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @icarszoey.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social
americanprogress.org
Head Start Is a Model for Supporting Child and Family Mental Health
Amid a pronounced youth mental health crisis in the United States, Head Start stands out as a crucial model for addressing the needs of vulnerable young children.
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Mary Beth O'Connor @marybethoconnor.bsky.social · 13/12/2025
32% of American adults [] know someone who has died of a drug #overdose, according to a study by researchers at Boston University School of Public Health. To me, this is yet another reason why we need on-demand affordable, evidence-based treatment of an appropriate length. #opioids #addiction
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Mary Beth O'Connor @marybethoconnor.bsky.social · 14/12/2025
The greatest joys of #addiction recovery, to me, are the lack of chaos and obsession. Which gives me the time and emotional energy to build the life I actually want. #recoveryposse #soberlife
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snoopy is dancing with his arms outstretched in front of a red background .
ALT: snoopy is dancing with his arms outstretched in front of a red background .
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ICARS - International Coalition Against Restraint and Seclusion @againstrestraint.com · 10/12/2025
Joanne Juhnke, an advocacy specialist with Disability Rights Wisconsin, said seclusion and restraint has historically disproportionately affected students with disabilities. #AgainstRestraint milwaukeenns.org/2025/12/09/m...
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MPS plans audit to look at how it serves students with disabilities
Milwaukee Public Schools Superintendent Brenda Cassellius is gearing up for a districtwide special education audit.
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Rotary Connection: More Than a Ride! Changing Lives Through Access to Care & Community Services. @andydrc.bsky.social @samhsa.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @browardschools.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social
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Lori Levin @lorilevin.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Tomas Sánchez #morningart #art
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Paul Gundlach @paulsgundlach.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Like so many of us I am thinking of John Lennon today. Here is a beautifully designed tribute I saw one year at Strawberry Fields. 😢💔
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
www.americanprogress.org/article/head... @robincogan.bsky.social @meganranney.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @icarszoey.bsky.social @drel-dbh.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social
americanprogress.org
Head Start Is a Model for Supporting Child and Family Mental Health
Amid a pronounced youth mental health crisis in the United States, Head Start stands out as a crucial model for addressing the needs of vulnerable young children.
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MBlue.Bsky.social 🌺MB🌺 @mblue.bsky.social · 07/12/2025
Marcie, another beautiful pack of impactful resisters. Thank you. And your messages from the 💖 Happy Sunday to all 💖🫶💖🫶💖🫶💖🫶💖🫶💖 go.bsky.app/DS6Sns
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 05/12/2025
www.wfyi.org/news/article... @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @andydrc.bsky.social @disabilityrightsca.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @icarszoey.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social
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How Alice Wong’s life in Indiana shaped her work as a disability-rights activist
Alice Wong was a writer, an editor, and one of the countrys most influential disability-rights activists. She died in San Francisco on November 14th at the age of 51.
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 26/11/2025
missouriindependent.com/2025/11/25/w... @samhsa.bsky.social @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social @hrw.org @icarszoey.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social @axschat.bsky.social @javeedsukhera.bsky.social
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‘Warehoused in jails’: State accused of denying mental health services to incarcerated Missourians • Missouri Independent
The lawsuit alleges a lack of reasonable action by the state to provide services has turned jails into ‘de facto mental health wards.’
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Marcie Timmerman @marcietimmerman.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
It's like diversion is more human, more appropriate AND even cheaper or something. Wish more Kentucky entities would put effort into these interventions (& thanks to those who do!)
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Beacon Press @beaconpress.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
It wasn’t until Margeaux Feldman became chronically ill in 2016/2017 that they saw the connection between trauma and chronic illness. They also discovered that they could translate dense trauma theory in accessible talking points online.
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Episode 157 - Living Fully in the Body You Have with Margeaux Feldman
Coach Tyler and Dr. Lisa Folden sit down with writer and educator Margeaux Feldman to explore how healing begins when we reclaim the parts of ourselves we were taught to hide. Together, they unpack…
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
www.psychiatrictimes.com/view/breakin... @andydrc.bsky.social @icarszoey.bsky.social @marcietimmerman.bsky.social @lorilevin.bsky.social @samhsa.bsky.social @drmikeatwater.bsky.social
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Breaking the Cycle: Jail Diversion as an Alternative to Incarceration for Individuals With Co-Occurring Disorders | Psychiatric Times
Jail diversion programs offer vital support for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders, promoting recovery and reducing recidivism.
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Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren @judgewren.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Thanks Lori 🎨
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