The Criminalization of the Mentally Ill | Reagan Kremer | TEDxUNT
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- Опубліковано 14 лис 2021
- Through detailing the story of her brother - whose undiagnosed bipolar disorder and severe manic episode led him to his arrest and detainment by police for days - UNT social work student Reagan Kremer advocates for those with mental illness. She notes that they are more likely to be arrested, and offers solutions such as mobile crisis teams, which conduct mental health assessments on site for those who need help. Reagan Kremer is currently pursuing a bachelor’s
degree in social work at UNT. Kremer, who
grew up with her nine siblings in Independence,
Iowa, moved to Texas in 2017 and received her
associate degree from North Central Texas
College before transferring to UNT in 2020. She
is passionate about advocating for better mental
health resources and hopes to further challenge
the stigmas that surround mental illness. Kremer,
a first-generation college student, has battled her
own mental health issues since she was 15, and
says the support she has received from others has
been not only life changing, but lifesaving. Her
personal experience has deepened her passion
for mental health advocacy, and she eventually
plans to pursue her master’s degree through
UNT’s social work program. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at www.ted.com/tedx
" My brother is not bipolar; he has Bipolar." So good to be reminded that mental illness does not define one's identity. Everyone deserves to be treated and viewed as a human being with feelings and emotions and treated with such respect. Stigmas bring such hatred and misunderstanding to groups of people.
Reagan Kremer's advocacy for those with mental illness is commendable and much needed. It's heartbreaking to hear about the struggles that her brother and others with mental illness face in our criminal justice system. The statistics she mentions highlighting the over-representation of those with mental illness in the criminal justice system are alarming and call for more action to be taken to address this issue. The suggestion of mobile crisis teams to conduct on-site mental health assessments is an excellent step towards providing additional support for those who need help. It's essential to prioritize the mental health of all individuals and ensure that they receive the necessary resources and support to lead happy and healthy lives. It's inspiring to see students like Reagan Kremer advocating for social justice and working towards creating a more equitable world for those who often go unheard, unseen, and underserved.
Hello. I suffer from bipolar one disorder, but I never been arrested. I don’t feel well now. Thank you so much narrator for your speech because we need people like you. Thank you for your painful honesty. Sounds like a mentally ill man was abused. Thank you again for your compassion and understanding.
My son went to prison for being mentally ill. A judge refused to grant an 96 hour evaluation from a licensed therapist because he doesn't believe in mental illness!
In order to get someone evaluated the deputies, sheriff must believe you. If that happens then a judge must write the orders.
Thank you, Reagan. I experienced some of what your brother experienced and it has been so hard trying to move forward. I would like to talk with you one day. God Bless you and your brother
In 1980, under Jimmy Carter, the Mental Health Systems Act of 1980 was passed. This bill provided federal grants to local community mental health centers. One year later, the 96th Congress, with a DEMOCRATIC MAJORITY in BOTH houses, repealed the act. Reagan signed the repeal, which was placed on his desk by Congress, but he was merely following the wishes of the elected representatives of his constituents. The bill Reagan signed was introduced as S. 1177 by none other than Edward "Ted" Kennedy, who also cosponsored the bill with 4 other Democrats, Alan Cranston, Claiborne Pell, Jennings Randolph, and Harrison Williams.
This speech is so touching and brings such a strong idea, thank you for it!
that made me cry beautiful!
Reagan. I will never be arrested. I live by myself. It’s cruel that someone would be arrested after they did not commit a crime. I feel bad for your brother. I hope that he gets all the help he needs and gets therapy to help with trauma.
Never say Never.
Bruh why would a person get arrested for not committing a crime
Wow I’m so moved I love this Tedtalk
It’s not their fault that they have a mental illness as well, it’s often the result of abuse, living with mentally Ill parents, bullying, or it was passed down to you.
I had amphetamines forced down my throat at 11 years old and was wrongly bullied and jailed for a crime I didn’t commit. That whole experience got me addicted to drugs and being treated like a bad person all the time inevitably turned me into a bad person for a but cuz..law of attraction.
I was tased 9 times, beaten, and pistol whipped unconscious by cops. Thrown in Q5 in a turtle suit where I would smash my head off the walls in hopes to get out of that white room torture chamber. You name it I’ve been a victim of it, And I still come out on top anyway 💪
You can offer the torture to God for His Kingdom. Pry for those that harm you.
I pray for you
Thank you Reagan ! Excellent Ted Talk .
In 1980, under Jimmy Carter, the Mental Health Systems Act of 1980 was passed. This bill provided federal grants to local community mental health centers. One year later, the 96th Congress, with a DEMOCRATIC MAJORITY in BOTH houses, repealed the act. Reagan signed the repeal, which was placed on his desk by Congress, but he was merely following the wishes of the elected representatives of his constituents. The bill Reagan signed was introduced as S. 1177 by none other than Edward "Ted" Kennedy, who also cosponsored the bill with 4 other Democrats, Alan Cranston, Claiborne Pell, Jennings Randolph, and Harrison Williams.
Reagan thank you for advocating for those who can’t do it for themselves, my son is in an extremely hard situation right now, how can I get a hold of you for advise ?
The root of all discrimination is ablism... Seeing another human being as less than...
Less than yourself...
Less than your family...
Less than your friends...
Less than human...
That there is something diminished about that person...
Something broken...
Something missing...
Something missing...
Something wrong...
Something less...
And unfortunately we see almost every day the tragic results of this why of seeing one another...
Humanity will not end with the extinction of the species...
It already has...
When we forgot what it meant to be human...
And to recognize it in every individual we encounter...
The root of all discrimination is ablism...
Because why should we care about how we treat or what happens to anyone that we don't even see as human anymore?
I worked for state hospitals for many years. While they had faults, they provided needed services including housing. The idea was community mental health but..! Instead of state run it was put on counties and they went cheap! Privatization is a big reason it failed, I say either fund community mental health or go back to the state system. BTW I was proud of our services.
How can I get I touch with you ? I need help for my son AsAP
You need to google local help and unless he is a danger they will not just admit him against hiswill@@normahuertalinton
I wept.
This was the worst Yap of my life Help me please 😭
Our family experienced mental health situations when our daughter had severe depression and psychosis until we started praying and God delivered her from ancestral and generational curses of mental illness. God bless everyone experiencing strong challenges.
No, but you find another way to treat someone like a criminal FOR PHYSICAL HEALTH MATTERS
Eh…this is all very sad
Even so, to infer that there is no other alternative than Psychiatry is not much better and in fact helps to criminally classify them just as much, except they don't have the same rights as a non-labeled criminal to refuse treatment. Many people would not go insane, so to speak, if they were not driven insane by certain unscrupulous intelligence. Many of them would never again have a Psychotic episode after the first one if they are allowed to go drug free when recovered, but that is not what is happening. They are forced to continue maintenance treatment, and the drugs will eventually be the cause of worse episodes, keeping Psychiatry in business. For those who believe in God, remember that St Paul says without exception we will all stand before the judgement seat of God. Those who have authority over others receive heavier judgement.
Bring back the asylums!!!
How did your brother behave when the police showed up? Like what actions did he take with the police, did he spit on them, swing at them, try to bite them, or did he comply ? I know it's difficult, but even if he's not at fault, he's responsible for his actions.
Whether he was responsible is to be determined by a Judge if you make that claim against him or any labeled mentally ill person, once you know that they are stable and able to stand trial, and you want to continue claiming that the person was responsible at that time, then you also have to afford them all their due process rights of a person being criminally charged! They are also innocent until proven guilty of your charge. They have the right to make a pleading and claim a trial for themselves. Only the Judge can decide if the person can stand trial, and the Judge has to consider what altering of the person's personality and judgement has occurred from the treatment already imposed, and what altering of behavior may continue occurring from electroshock or Anti-Psychotics, PTSD wise during a trial. It is not that simple to just say the person was responsible. Many labeled mentally ill are being treated hatefully by Society because of that attitude against them. This is why Jesus Christ told his followers that they must love him above all others.
This is wrong. Its shallow uneducated views like these that perpetuate stigma. They are sick, they need help. Throwing the mentally ill into the justice system created more criminals instead of rehabilitating literally normal people like you and I that are struggling with illnesses THEY DID NOT ASK FOR.
How’s that boot taste you 🤡
She might not have a realistic image of her brother. Bi polar can make people act erratic but her brother may not be the sweetheart she makes him out to be.