Prevalence and characteristics of mental disorders in jails and prisons.

Prevalence and characteristics of mental disorders in jails and prisons.

PURPOSE OF REVIEW: The published literature from 2004 on mental disorders in jails and prisons was reviewed. RECENT FINDINGS: A number of important studies on prisoner suicide, older prisoners, prison medical services and inmate mental health are highlighted, which provide useful potential interven...

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Main Authors:	Fazel, S, Lubbe, S
Format:	Journal article
Language:	English
Published:	2005

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