A project that teaches incarcerated people to crochet blankets for donation to local animal shelters is inspiring participants and keeping needy … [Read more...]
Suicide on the rise among prisoners
There has been a sharp increase in suicides in prisons and jails due to isolation in the pandemic, staff shortages and drug use, The Wall Street … [Read more...]
TRAIN YOUR BRAIN: Professor researches connection between neuro-plasticity and criminal behavior
One of the leading pioneers in brain plasticity research visited San Quentin to promote his idea for criminal brain system reform. Dr. … [Read more...]
San Francisco Giants mental health team visits SQ
Mental health was the topic of a recent panel discussion of sports figures inside and outside of San Quentin State Prison. Panelists included … [Read more...]
Obtaining mental health services in the community
What is mental health? Health includes our physical, mental, and social wellbeing. Like the health of our bodies, our mental health effects … [Read more...]