Whistleblower Exposes Shocking Abuse & Neglect Inside Rikers Island Prison | Justyna Rzewinski
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Justyna Rzewinski, former Clinical Supervisor for Mental Health at Rikers Island, exposes the shocking abuse and neglect inside one of the country’s most notorious jails. She reveals the disturbing practice of "deadlocking," where detainees with serious mental illnesses are confined to their cells for extended periods without access to medical care. With firsthand accounts of systemic failures, mistreatment, and corruption, Justyna shares why she became a whistleblower and the devastating impact of neglect on inmates. She also discusses her ongoing fight for mental health reform and humane treatment in the prison system.
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 Journey to Becoming a Clinical Supervisor at Riker's Island
00:04:09 Exploring Career Paths in Forensic Psychology
00:08:04 Introduction to Lucy Breakers
00:12:25 Challenges in Reintegration After Incarceration
00:16:40 Challenges of Reintegration for Former Prisoners
00:21:01 Mental Health Assessment and Suicide Watch Procedures in Correctional Facilities
00:25:10 Shocking Living Conditions in New York
00:29:46 Challenges in Coordinating Inmate Care
00:34:00 Rikers Island and Mental Health: The Fit for Trial Cycle
00:38:10 Mental Health Challenges in Detention Centers
00:42:29 Inmate Manipulation and Staff Dynamics in Mental Health Units
00:46:45 Workplace Dynamics and Gender Distribution in Corrections
00:51:05 Testifying Against Inhumane Practices
00:55:18 Investigation and Potential Closure of Rikers Island
00:59:36 Ending Solitary Confinement Policies
01:03:53 The Impact of Solitary Confinement on Mental Health
01:08:01 Finding and Reaching Out to You
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