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Large‐scale investigation of white matter structural differences in bilingual and monolingual children: An adolescent brain cognitive development data study
This study examines how speaking two languages impacts brain structure in school-aged children. Research increasingly shows that bilingual adults have unique brain alterations compared to those who speak only one language.
State v. Galloway
The court upheld excluding expert testimony on false memories. The expert did not evaluate the witness or link the science to her situation, potentially confusing the jury.
United States v. Villanueva
The court found due process did not require excluding a Facebook photo identification since law enforcement did not arrange it, and upheld the exclusion of expert testimony on eyewitness reliability.
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.
Brief of Amici Curiae Terry Kupers, Craig Haney, Pablo Stewart, and Stuart Grassian in Support of Plaintiff-Apellee and Affirmance
This brief argues solitary confinement causes severe mental and physical harm, especially for vulnerable individuals. It states depriving prisoners of social contact and stimulation inflicts grave, lasting damage.
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.