A Court of Refuge: Stories from the Bench of America's First Mental Health Court
by Ginger Lerner-Wren, Rebecca A. Eckland
In A Court of Refuge, Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren and Rebecca A. Eckland share compelling stories from America's first mental health court. This groundbreaking work reveals the human side of judicial reform, where compassion meets the law to support individuals with mental illnesses in their journey toward healing and justice.
About This Book
A Court of Refuge presents stories from the bench of America's first mental health court, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of law and mental health.
Authored by Judge Ginger Lerner-Wren and Rebecca A. Eckland, the book draws from real experiences in this innovative court system designed to address the needs of individuals with mental illnesses.
Through these narratives, readers gain understanding of the challenges and triumphs in creating a more humane approach to justice for those affected by mental health issues.
The stories highlight the court's role in fostering refuge and recovery, emphasizing restorative practices over traditional punitive measures.
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