Sexually violent crimes are among the most psychologically devastating matters in the criminal legal system. Nearly every criminal law practitioner, whether defense, prosecution, or victim advocate, will eventually work with survivors of sexual abuse. Those who enter Special Victims Units may spend their entire careers navigating the intersection of law and trauma. Modern cases such as United States v. Epstein (2019)   reveal the consequences that arise when the criminal leg

Trigger Warning: Mentions of Suicide The issue of mass incarceration  has persisted in the United States and is often discussed through legal and policy lenses. However, the psychological toll of prolonged isolation within prisons is equally critical. Solitary confinement in particular has devastating effects  on mental health, emotional well-being and cognitive functioning. This piece explores not only the harm caused by isolation but also the reform and intervention that ca