Jayati Ramakrishnan

Jayati Ramakrishnan, a mental health reporter from the Seattle Times, dives into the flaws of Washington's involuntary commitment system. She discusses the surprising agreement among critics about its ineffectiveness and the underutilization of recent reforms. Exploring the role of designated crisis responders, she highlights the challenges they face during assessments. The conversation also addresses civil liberties concerns, the need for improved funding, and the importance of community engagement for future reforms aimed at optimizing mental health support.