C/S/56. Why are black men more likely to be detained under the Mental Health Act than white people?

The paper examines the detention of Black men on the ground of mental illness comparing it to that of the white population. The review of literature touches on the related legislation, particularly Mental Health Act 1983 (MHA). The methods of research combine qualitative and quantitative approaches including the analysis of secondary data and primary data obtained through two case studies, conducted in the USA and Canada. Conclusions are made about governmental 'managed care' policies.