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-|Description=Tulsa, Oklahoma faces a pressing issue at the intersection of mental illness and the cycle of incarceration. A significant portion of the incarcerated population in the city suffers from mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. This issue is particularly acute, with alarming statistics highlighting the urgent need for action. Studies have revealed that 40% of the prison population in Tulsa has a mental illness, underscoring the significant impact of mental health conditions in the cycle of incarceration. Additionally, data from the Oklahoma Department of Corrections reveals that a staggering 70% of women in Oklahoma prisons live with mental illness, far surpassing the national average of 54%.
+|Description=Tulsa, Oklahoma faces a pressing issue at the intersection of mental illness and the cycle of incarceration. A significant portion of the incarcerated population in the city suffers from mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. This issue is particularly acute, with alarming statistics highlighting the urgent need for action.
 One significant reason for the high prevalence of mental illness in the criminal justice system is the increased likelihood of individuals with mental illness being arrested and incarcerated compared to those without such conditions. This is due to several factors. Firstly, individuals with mental illness may be more prone to engaging in criminal behavior, including property crimes, drug offenses, and even violent crimes such as assault and homicide.