A federal judge ruled yesterday that a lawsuit on behalf of prisoners denied mental health care can head to trial as a class action on behalf of all prisoners, noting that there is evidence of systemic “deliberate indifference” to the mental health needs of the prisoners.
https://www.splcenter.org/news/2016/11/26/splcs-alabama-prisons-mental-health-case-moves-forward
Foster Care Population Climbs Sharply as Parental Substance Abuse Increaseshttp://www.forsythnews.com/section/1/article/31612/
David Weiner, interim chair of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, noted that Duke is one of the top programs in the country for mental health research.
http://www.dukechronicle.com/article/2016/12/new-legislation-to-help-address-mental-health-issues
Darryl “DMC” McDaniels of legendary rap group Run-DMC answered questions from the community during his interview with Lee Bey about his book, “Ten Ways Not To Commit Suicide: An Autobiography ,” at the DuSable Museum Of African American History, 740 E. 56th Place, Friday, Aug. 26.
Marc Monaghan
By MEREDITH OGILVIE
http://hpherald.com/2016/09/07/rap-icon-tackles-mental-illness-in-new-autobiography/
My life during the 1970’s.
Probation for carrying a gun
First Psychiatrist appointment
Drug Addict
Missed 45 days of school
Three days in Juvenal Detention
Roll the perfect joint
Not in good place mentally
12-years-old with 21-year-old drug addict boyfriend
Paid my dues, time after time
Year in Bad Girl Prison
Leaving Scars behind
Xx M
Xx M
It’s been quite a year for me, I’m sending prayers to all my friends around the world. As we open the door on 2017, we don’t know what the New Year has in store. I have met many people, its hard to keep current reading post. To the people who are suffering, My wish is, the world coming closer together not falling apart. It would satisfy me beyond belief if this were possible.
I pray for everyone, those I know and those not met.The USA will change yet Freedom of Speech is very strong. American Freedom is not taken for granted by me. Our young country has held on to Freedom of Speech since we landed in this country and made it our own. A heavy badge to year, nothing is free.
I’m positive my health will move forward, I pray you are blessed and can help another.
Doesn’t sound like a Santa’s Coming To Town post, it isn’t. Everyone sends greetings differently. Looking back, my year sucked. I’m reflecting on life, how our world has changed. We will have challenges, Americans are strong, proud people who do what it takes.
One item I made progress on. Being real about my health, God has a plan, he will guide me thru 2017. If my blunt, uncool, old lady, bitch, who cares post isn’t your thing. You have the right. I feel no anger writing the post. I live in reality. My Reality.
I wish everyone a healthy, happier, money to assist hardships, the Refugees. The point to myself, I can’t fix or change people from suffering. My heart weeps for what I can’t fix. I feel empathy and anger when taking a higher view.
My scars, secrets, all the hurdles that come, I try very hard to be real, ( I’m crying now). I believe in faith, faith for myself and you. There are days it seems lost, its faith that pushes me forward, faith he will carry me in thru the sand, thru life. I’m blessed to have faith, without faith, who knows?
Take what you like from the post and leave the rest behind. Surely there are tidbits left at 53. I wish every thing holding you back gives you some room. See many of you on Monday and others after the holidays. Posting my true, for me, post feels mixed. The blessing is, I’m alive.
I’ll want to hear the good, bad, ugly, everything else. Let me know if I pissed you off. Just asking for love & encourage feedback. Let me know what it made you feel or think.
Huge Hugs to You
Xx M
REALITY
Blake Shelton is so cool, it’s wonderful he & Gwen Stefani allow us into their lifes. Each work hard to please their fans with incredable technoology on & off stage. Blake is the most charitable Celebrity, no calling press for his good deeds. He sends the funnest replies in tweets.
Josh Groban, his voice is blessed. The subject of video touches my heart. I was watching Jesus being born. It changed me, seeing actors bring to life the story. XxM
Shania melts my heart with the love & empathy in God Bless The Child. She fills my heart with hope.
Receiving a nomination for an award is always exciting, exciting as the first. There are days my body hurts, some days I don’t get far. (I’ll be back) I want to Thank the Bloggers who nominated me and I’ve had to pass.
Being nominating by a good friend felt wonderful. Danica Piche created Treasure Trove Award, a full described below.
I’m happy she’s returned to blogging. For a good read, pull up a chair, Danica is the queen of Short Stories. Visit her site http:www:danicapiche.wordpress.com It’s an honor to receive the Treasure Trove Award. I thank you, appreciate you and so glad your back. You’re a great support. M
WELCOME TO THE INAUGURAL TREASURE TROVE AWARD!
What is The Treasure Trove Award? *New Award created by Danica Piche.* M
I’ve created the Treasure Trove Award for bloggers who share treasures. Treasures can take the form of: art; community participation and support; creative writing; entertainment; friendship; health and fitness; humor; information; knowledge and insight; life lessons; music; photography; skills and instructions…anything that adds value and is a treasure in the blogosphere.
The Treasure Trove Award is for blogosphere treasures.
What are the rules for the Treasure Trove Award?
The rules are that there are no rules.
You can post the Treasure Trove Award image to your blog — or not.
You can give the award to other bloggers — or not.
The Treasure Hunt Begins!
http://www.dunelight.wordpress.com
http://www.vanbytheriver.wordpress.com (Mentioning even though Awards Not Accepted.) Xx
http://www.cindyknoke.wordpress.com
https://sheldonkleemanartworks.com
Have fun deciding if your leaning yes or not. I think each one of you are special me. M
I’m sick, in bed, prescriptions, constant pain……..long list. Then God sends you a message in a song. I can’t ramp up my charity, the day will come. I work hard to not focus on the don’t, can’t do…..the chatter you start hearing.
I feel so blessed in my life, there are many lives impacted by illness or disability, everywhere between. This song was written for Sport Relief, a Chariy in Europe. I’m proud of James Bay for all the charities he supports. Xx M
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