Immigration detention and the threat of deportation take a devastating toll on mental health, leaving individuals and families in a state of constant fear, anxiety, and uncertainty. Many immigrants flee violence, poverty, or persecution in
The criminalization of mental illness has led to overcrowded prisons and jails filled with individuals who need treatment, not punishment. Instead of receiving proper mental health care, many people with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar
The school-to-prison pipeline is a troubling cycle in which at-risk youth, particularly those with mental health conditions, are funneled out of schools and into the juvenile justice system. Harsh disciplinary policies, such as zero-tolerance rules
Mass incarceration disproportionately affects individuals with mental health conditions, turning prisons into de facto psychiatric facilities rather than places of rehabilitation. Many people with conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and severe depression end up
Misogyny and toxic masculinity have profound mental health consequences for people of all genders. Women and gender-diverse individuals often experience anxiety, depression, and PTSD due to systemic sexism, workplace discrimination, gender-based violence, and societal expectations
Transgender individuals face significant mental health challenges due to widespread discrimination in both healthcare and society. Studies show that trans people experience higher rates of anxiety, depression, and suicidal ideation, often as a result of
