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The measure of waiting to intervene when a person is violent, poses a danger to themselves or others due to changed mental problems in New York City. The new guidelines focus on prevention and include transporting people with signs of mental health problems to hospital even against their will.
And while at least 6 organizations like the Legal Aid Society advocate providing help, I disagree that the police are mandated to address the problem.
The mental health crisis has become evident on the streets of New York City, and crowds have seen people with signs of mental health issues screaming, hurting themselves or assaulting others, especially in public transit stations, according to police reports. .
The mayor also said training for police, community workers and hospital staff would be improved. The plan was implemented immediately. Ángela González, Voice of America, New York.
