Using Data to Improve Effective Responses to Individuals in Crisis | SAMHSA Blog

Using Data to Improve Effective Responses to Individuals in Crisis | SAMHSA Blog

Using Data to Improve Effective Responses to Individuals in Crisis

Crisis Intervention Teams have shown effectiveness in decreasing the number of mental-health related arrests while increasing public safety. To support communities in creating and evaluating their own crisis intervention teams, SAMHSA has published a new report titled Crisis Intervention Team Methods for using Data to Inform Practice: A Step-by-Step Guide.