A Mental Health Organization Combatting the Stigma of Mental Illness

Mental Health Program

Rosalynn Carter Mental Health Journalism Fellows have written, produced, and published works related to mental illnesses and reducing stigma. Relevant articles and projects completed both during and after each journalist's fellowship year may be found within the archives.

Prison System and Mental Health

28 Mar 2006

A crime, penalty and illness

His crime was stalking Lauren Bush, the president's niece. His problem is that he suffers from bipolar disorder. [Read the Article...]

20 Dec 2005

Lack of programs leaves no choice

Ron Troche thought he had one last shot. [Read the Article...]

19 Sep 2005

Success, setbacks in jail diversion

Barely 10 months ago, Ron Troche left the Bergen County Jail a reformed man. [Read the Article...]

22 Aug 2005

The system 'left me hanging,' Perry Cerf says

The last time he left state custody, Perry Cerf didn't meet with a probation or parole officer. He didn't go home to Bergenfield and talk to his mother. [Read the Article...]

16 Aug 2005

Therapy sure beats prison

The clients walk slowly through the Center for Health Care Services' hallways, their heads bowed. Every now and then they look up and talk. [Read the Article...]