Robin Williams’ death tragically underscores how depression combined with substance abuse create a common ground for suicide. Fame, fortune – and in Mr. Williams’ case, comedy – cannot prevent such self-inflicted tragedy. Stigma still pervades meaningful societal…
In Saturday’s edition of The New York Times, Odyssey House President & CEO Dr. Peter Provet is one of several experts commenting on a recent article examining the growing number of people with severe mental illness who are coming into contact with the criminal justice system in the absence…
By Gary Harmon, Ph.D.Vice President, Director of Research & Grants As the…
In response to Bill Keller’s column, “How to Legalize Pot,” in The New York Times, Dr. Peter Provet comments on the implications of legalizing marijuana.
Comprehensive treatment with wraparound medical, educational, vocational, and housing supports By Justin Mitchell, Vice President & Director of Adult Residential Services…
In a letter in the New York Times, Dr. Peter Provet comments on a private funding initiative to reduce recidivism among adolescent men incarcerated at Rikers Island. …