I May Be Mentally Ill but I'm No Criminal

Maybe you're an individual dealing with bullying, struggling with mental illness, or a survivor of sexual and or physical abuse. This book can have a profound impact on how you view yourself as well as how you relate to others. You may have picked up this book because the title caught your eye. Perhaps you're a professional in the field of Mental Health and want to better understand mental illness from the perspective of both a client and a clinician. Or you could be a police officer or other law enforcement entity and care to better understand the needs of the mentally ill within our society. Whatever your reason for choosing to read this book, I hope it provides you with more knowledge on mental illness, the mentally-ill and how they are specifically dealt with in the U.S criminal justice system. Furthermore, I hope the personal experiences I share help others to practice optimism and resilience in the face of adversity. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and freedom exists once you live and accept your truth.