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Severe Cognitive Impairment in Trauma-Affected Refugees—Exploring the Impact of Traumatic Brain Injury
This study found that tortured refugees with both a history of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and PTSD showed greater cognitive impairments and more severe mental and physical health issues.
The Impact of Detention on the Health of Asylum Seekers: An Updated Systematic Review
Confining asylum seekers in detention centers harms their mental health during and after detention. Those detained experience higher rates of PTSD, depression, and anxiety.
The Mental Health of Ukrainian Refugees: a Narrative Review
The ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war has led to millions of Ukrainian refugees, primarily women and children. Many refugees experienced war-specific traumas, increasing their risk for mental health disorders like PTSD and depression.
Edwards v. State
Edwards' conviction for injury to a child was reversed. The court ruled there was insufficient evidence her baby suffered serious mental deficiency from ingesting cocaine through breastfeeding.
Bennett v. State
The court upheld Bennett's death sentence, finding new evidence of trauma and mental illness would not have altered the sentencing outcome.
State v. Starkgraf
The court upheld a drug court participant's termination, finding rule violations and lack of progress despite controlled opioid use disorder.
United States v. Reyes-Correa
The First Circuit vacated a 36-month sentence for supervised release violation. The court found the maximum sentence unsupported, given Reyes' substance use and mental health issues.
BDP v. Commonwealth
The court reversed an involuntary drug treatment order under Casey's Law. Although fentanyl use was shown, the court lacked a required physician exam.
United States v. Johnson
The court granted compassionate release to a man, finding his incarceration during the pandemic, given his trauma and lack of treatment, was overly punitive.
Morrissette v. State
The court upheld a 99-year murder sentence for Morrissette. It found his meth-induced psychosis did not negate intent, despite addiction and trauma evidence.
People v. Salazar
The court sent Salazar’s case back for resentencing, finding the trial judge did not consider new laws. Salazar’s meth use, trauma, and mental illness may have contributed to his crimes.
In re NR
The court reversed a father's rights termination. His past meth use didn't prove current danger, and the agency didn't show serious harm to the child from ongoing contact.
United States v. Le
The court upheld a law banning gun possession for drug users, rejecting a challenge that claimed it was unconstitutional. The decision cited public safety concerns related to addiction and prior legal rulings.
State v. Vanderee
The court upheld a driver's conviction and sentence for a fatal fentanyl-related crash. Evidence from his long substance use history justified the search and supported the high risk of future harm.
Associations Between Age, Social Reward Processing and Social Anxiety Symptoms
Adolescence is a vulnerable time for mental health issues, with social anxiety disorder often starting then. Research suggests adolescents may be highly sensitive to social rewards, though more studies are needed to confirm this in humans.