The article discusses the challenges faced by New York City mayors in addressing mental health issues, highlighting the limited control they have over systems like involuntary hospitalization. It emphasizes the critical role of police in dealing with mentally ill individuals, especially the homeless population. Under Mayor Eric Adams’ administration, there's a push for early intervention, which contrasts with previous de-escalation strategies. The article calls for clarity in city government directives to police on handling mental health situations, stressing the need for a proactive rather than reactive approach.
The average New Yorker demands action on involuntary hospitalization, but only state and federal policymakers can scale up the supply of psychiatric beds.
Police have gotten mixed messages on mental health, balancing the de-escalation approach with a need for early intervention under Mayor Eric Adams's leadership.
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