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The International College of Neuroethics and Neuroscience is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the understanding, treatment, and ethical care of people with schizophrenia through comprehensive research, and policy education.

05/28/2026

One chapter in our recently-released publication, Ethical and Clinical Complexities in the Treatment of Schizophrenia: Liberty or Life, discusses an innovative program at the Los Angeles County jail that showcases the transformative impact of compassionate care provided by inmate Mental Health Assistants (MHAs) for incarcerated patients with serious mental illness. The MHAs undergo extensive training in trauma-informed care and work to bridge the communication gap between patients and clinical staff. The chapter outlines the philosophy, structure, and goals of the program, emphasizing the need for a restorative environment and meaningful services within the jail, and can serve as a model for other carceral settings.

Note: Cambridge requires you to sign up to get the full article, or you can get by purchasing the book, or if you join ICONN as a member, we'll send you a copy.

Chapter 34 - Inmate Mental Health Assistants An Emerging Best Practice for Carceral Settings from Part III - Neuroethics By Craigen Armstrong, Kerry Morrison, David Nelson, Dain Sanderson, Anthony Matzke and Bernardo Martinez Edited by: Katherine Warburton and Stephen M. Stahl April 29,

05/26/2026

Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects approximately 1% of the global population. Characterized by profound disruptions in thinking, perception, and behavior, it often leads to significant impairments in social and occupational functioning. Traditionally, schizophrenia has been associated with a deteriorating course; however, contemporary research underscores the potential for improved outcomes through early intervention strategies. This article explores the rationale, components, and benefits of early intervention, emphasizing its critical role in enhancing prognosis and recovery.

The following clinical vignette illustrates the value of early intervention and the consequences of missed opportunities for treatment earlier in the progression of symptoms.

Early Intervention for Schizophrenia: A Pathway to Improved Clinical Outcomes Takesha Cooper July 10, 2025 Cambridge University Press Introduction Schizophrenia is a chronic and severe mental disorder that affects approximately 1% of the global population. Characterized by profound disr

05/21/2026

What role did serious mental illness play in Jackson Po***ck’s drip paintings?

The link between creativity and serious mental illness (SMI) is widely discussed. Jackson Po***ck is one example of a giant in the field of art who was both highly creative and experiencing an SMI. Po***ck created a new genre of art known as abstract expressionism (“action painting”) defined as showing the frenetic actions of painting. The question arises whether his SMI played any role in the way he created his drip paintings, especially when he was overactive and manic.

Read more below:

What role did serious mental illness play in Jackson Po***ck’s drip paintings? Abstract expressionism and possible links to serious mental illness and encrypted images (polloglyphs) Abstract The link between creativity and serious mental illness (SMI) is widely discussed. Jackson Po***ck is one

05/19/2026

Now the President of the CURESZ Foundation in Ohio, Bethany Yeiser shares her personal story about living with schizophrenia.

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My name is Bethany Yeiser, and I am an individual living with schizophrenia. My schizophrenia has been in full remission since 2008, thanks to treatment with clozapine, the vastly underutilized medication for refractory schizophrenia.

My journey through schizophrenia and finding my way back was not easy.

Follow the rest of her story below:

Evidence-based treatment for schizophrenia: a personal perspective Jul 16 Written By ICONN Bethany YeiserJuly 16, 2024Cambridge University Press Evidence-based treatment for schizophrenia: a personal perspectiveIntroMy name is Bethany Yeiser, and I am an individual living with schizophrenia. My schi...

05/14/2026

The mission of ICONN is to synthesize expertise in the fields of medical science, neuroethics, and public policy to educate and inform global policy change and improve care for people living with schizophrenia worldwide.

This new publication represents an important step in disseminating the most pertinent and current expertise in order to establish a solid foundation for grounding those conversations and advocacy efforts.

This unique book offers a methodical exploration of biological, social, and ethical topics on the treatment (or lack thereof) of psychotic brain disease. Part I provides an empirical engagement with neuroscience and covers the neurobiology and pharmacology of schizophrenia, providing the reader w...

05/12/2026

This informative article from expert forensic psychiatrist Dr. Charles Scott provides an overview of individuals with schizophrenia who become unhoused and explores current approaches to managing this severe illness in those who often do not want care or believe they need it. Individuals with schizophrenia and who are unhoused face numerous adverse consequences including premature mortality and increased rates of su***de.

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Interventions for the Unhoused Individual with Schizophrenia: A Civilized Plan Charles L. Scott March 21, 2025 Cambridge University Press Abstract This article provides an overview of individuals with schizophrenia who become unhoused and explores current approaches to managing this sev

05/08/2026

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Now available: Ethical and Clinical Complexities in the Treatment of Schizophrenia: Liberty or Life New and incisive perspectives on the science, policy and neuroethical considerations for the care and treatment of individuals affected by schizophrenia, from experts around the world. https://lnkd.in...

05/07/2026

Over the decades, research has demonstrated that Conditional Release Programs (CONREP) and Compulsory community treatment can reduce recidivism among forensic patients discharged from inpatient commitment. This study synthesizes current knowledge—including findings from a 2024 California Department of State Hospitals report—to evaluate the impact of involuntary community treatment on recidivism and patient outcomes. Read more in this informative article.

Does Compulsory Community Treatment for Discharged Forensic Hospital Patients Work? The Recent Evidence Base Melinda DiCiro, Melanie Scott, and Sean Sterling June 13, 2025 Cambridge University Press Abstract Objective Over the decades, research has demonstrated that Conditional Relea

05/05/2026

Anosognosia, commonly understood as a lack of insight, renders individuals with schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorder unable to understand that they are living with a disease, often resulting in a refusal to accept treatment. This article examines the existing legal theories of competency and informed consent and proposes a statutory definition of competency that encompasses the specific needs of people with anosognosia, while considering the significant interests at stake when taking away an individual’s right to choose or refuse treatment.

Complexities of Competency and Informed Consent as Applied to Individuals with Symptoms of Anosognosia Nina M. Labovich March 21, 2025 Cambridge University Press Abstract Anosognosia, commonly understood as a lack of insight, renders individuals with schizophrenia and schizoaffective di

04/30/2026

Treatment of patients with schizophrenia in the Austrian healthcare system is generally voluntary. This applies both to outpatient care provided by specialists in private practice, hospital outpatient clinics, or social psychiatric outpatient clinics and to inpatient care in hospitals. However, there is an exceptional situation in which the patient’s freedom of will is restricted by law. This is the case when acute danger to self or others caused by the disorder is present. With the involvement of the district court, the patient advocate, a possible adult representative, and an external expert, the patient’s freedom of movement can be restricted for a certain period of time to enable treatment.

The Current Situation of Treatment for Patients Suffering from Schizophrenia in the Austrian Forensic System Alexander Dvorak, Patrick Swoboda and Thomas Stompe March 24, 2025 Cambridge University Press Abstract Treatment of patients suffering from schizophrenia in Austria: Treatment o

04/28/2026

People with serious mental illness (SMI) are over-represented throughout the US criminal justice system. To address this issue, forensic assertive community treatment has recently emerged as a best-practice intervention. Also known as forensic ACT, ForACT, or most commonly as “FACT,” forensic assertive community treatment is an adaptation of the assertive community treatment (ACT) model. Unlike ACT, however, FACT is purposefully designed to prevent arrest and incarceration among people with SMI who have histories of involvement with the criminal justice system.

Forensic Assertive Community Treatment: An Emerging Best Practice Steven Lamberti and Robert L. Weisman February 25, 2025 Cambridge University Press Abstract People with serious mental illness (SMI) are over-represented throughout the US criminal justice system. To address this issue, f

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