Episode 122 | Prison Culture & Mental Health with Dr. Lina Haji, PsyD

In today's episode of Psych Talk I chat with Dr. Lina Haji, PsyD, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in forensic psychology. Dr. Lina discusses her educational and clinical journey, including working for 20 years in the United States prison system. She describes what a forensic psychologist is and what they do. Dr. Lina talks about how the US prison system impacts mental health and, ultimately, how we are setting prisoners up for failure once released from prison. We discuss psychopathy and sociopathy, as well as misconceptions about prisoners when it comes to mental health. Dr. Lina shares with listeners what needs to be done to better support the mental health of prisoners, both from a systemic level and through early intervention. Additionally, Dr. Lina discusses malingering and how to assess for it.Connect with Lina:IG: @rise_psychological_servicesYoutube: Rise Psychological ServicesWebsite: https://www.risepsychological.com/Ways to Work With Me:Mind Over MatterLGBTQ+ Affirming MasterclassBe a guest on my podcastResources:Anti-Racism ResourcesLGBTQ+ Affirming ResourcesThe Helping Professional's Guide to Boundary SettingConnect with Me:Follow me on IG @jessicaleighphdFollow the podcast on IG @psych.talk.podcastFollow me on TikTok @jessicaleighphdFollow me on Youtube Welcome to Group Therapy PodcastJoin my Facebook community: Grow Through What You Go ThroughIntro/Outro Music:Life of Riley by Kevin MacLeodMusic LicenseAwakening Together, Relaxing into Happiness with William Cooper, M.Th., LPCExperience Awakening....Relaxing into your Being and, therefore, Happiness. William has...Listen on: Apple Podcasts   SpotifySupport the show