Alisa Roth
3 books
About the Author
Alisa Roth is an acclaimed journalist and author whose incisive reporting has illuminated the intersections of mental health, criminal justice, and public policy in America. With a career spanning over two decades, she has contributed to leading outlets such as NPR, The New York Times, and The Washington Post, earning recognition for her ability to humanize complex societal issues through rigorous investigation and compelling narratives. Roth's debut book, Insane: America's Criminal Treatment of Mental Illness, draws on extensive interviews and on-the-ground research to expose the systemic failures that funnel individuals with mental health challenges into the nation's jails and prisons, advocating for urgent reforms. Her work challenges readers to confront uncomfortable truths and inspires action toward a more compassionate and effective approach to mental health care.
Common genres
Writing style
investigative
empathetic
accessible
