The Definition of Insanity

Facing Mental Health Struggles in Prison – Justin’s Story

Peer counselor Justin Volpe describes his own experience of facing the mental health system while also serving time in the Dade County Jail 11 years ago. He explains why the very broken system is difficult to navigate, and why many who suffer from mental illness struggle to get out.

Facing Mental Health Struggles in Prison – Justin’s Story

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    The Definition of Insanity

    S2020 E1 - 55m 1s

    The Miami-Dade Criminal Mental Health Project (CMHP) comes to life in this documentary, following a team of dedicated public servants working through the courts to steer people with mental illness — as their court cases hang in the balance — on a path from incarceration to recovery.

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