PTSD Awareness and Rehabilitation Act requires PTSD screening, trauma-informed education, and evidence-based rehabilitation programs for incarcerated.
The PTSD Awareness and Rehabilitation Act mandates PTSD screenings for all incarcerated individuals upon intake and annually throughout their incarceration. Screenings must be conducted by licensed mental health professionals trained in trauma-informed care. Those identified with PTSD will receive appropriate clinical treatment. The Department of Corrections and Community Supervision must develop and implement a mandatory PTSD education program for incarcerated individuals, covering PTSD symptoms, coping strategies, and available resources.
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