Effective, well researched treatments exist for most mental disorders, yet the majority of people suffering from mental illness go untreated.
These shows offer hope and help to those who suffer in silence. In addition, there are shows for those who are struggling with substance abuse.
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Compulsive Gambling |
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Saturday, 30 July 2005 |
Guest: Pat Fowler
Florida Council on Compulsive Gambling
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Baker Act Reform |
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Saturday, 28 May 2005 |
Guests: Mary Zdanowicz and Linda Gregory
Beginning January 1st 2005, changes to Florida’s Baker Act, proposed by the Florida Sheriff's Association, were implemented. The new law allows court-ordered outpatient treatment for people with severe mental illnesses who have history of noncompliance combined with either repeated Baker Act admissions or serious violence. What does this mean? Safety for law enforcement and better treatment and safety for outpatient clients. Visit www.bakeractreform.org to learn more.
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Florida's Statewide Advocacy Council |
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Saturday, 23 April 2005 |
Guest: Dick Durstein
Are you a client of a State Agency and you have not received a program or service to which you are entitled? Have you been abused or neglected? Have you been denied rights? Those are questions asked by Florida’s Statewide Advocacy Council and if you answered yes to any of them, they can help. Learn how.
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Saturday, 02 April 2005 |
Guest: Ann Kelley, Ph.D.
Depression affect millions of Americans. Are you one of them or do you know someone who is? Learn how common depression is, how it affects men and women differently, how to recognize the signs and symptoms and how to get help. Depression is manageable. Visit Directions for Mental Health.
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Mentally Ill Jail Diversion Program |
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Saturday, 05 March 2005 |
Guest: Bob Dillinger, Public Defender
Pinellas and Pasco County’s Public Defender, Bob Dillinger talks about his successful effort to divert those arrested with mental illness from the jails and into more effective treatment programs. Visit the Public Defender website.
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