Frequent NCCHC presenters Joel Federbush, MD, and Alison Genberg, LCSW, CCHP, have published an article in Psychiatric Times titled “Strategies for Improved Collaborative Management of Personality Disorders in Correctional Facilities.”

In the article, they discuss adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), which significantly correlate with the development of personality disorders, emphasizing the importance of early intervention, as well as personality disorders, especially Cluster B, that are more prevalent in correctional settings and often underdiagnosed due to stigma and misattribution of symptoms.

They also cover the unique challenges and interventions seen in correctional settings such as nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI), aggression, and isolated confinement. Key takeaways include a list of recommendations for practitioners and a call for greater availability of behavioral health services.

Dr Federbush is the Chief of Psychiatry for CFG Health. Ms. Genberg is the Health Services Administrator for the Passaic County Sheriff’s Office and a member of the CFG Health Travel Team.