Francis Greenburger
Synopsis
Morgan Greenburger was charged with arson after starting a fire in his apartment, leading to a two-year stay at Rikers Island.
Synopsis
Morgan Greenburger, diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder and later autism, faces significant challenges after his arrest at Rikers Island. His father, Francis Greenburger, recounts their 15-year experience with Morgan's mental illness. Morgan's first crime, a robbery attempt, stemmed from a desire to connect with others. As his mental health deteriorated, he developed paranoid thoughts, leading to an arson charge after starting a fire in his apartment. Francis discusses the lack of alternatives to incarceration for individuals with mental health issues within the criminal justice system.
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Why Watch
- Meet Francis Greenburger as he shares his family's story.
- Find out how Morgan's mental illness led to legal troubles.
- See the realities of mental health care in the justice system.
Did You Know
- Morgan was first diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder at a young age.
- Over 1 million people incarcerated in the U.S. suffer from mental illness.
- Morgan spent two years at Rikers before his case was adjudicated.
- Morgan has been incarcerated for three and a quarter years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What mental illness was Morgan first diagnosed with?
Morgan was first diagnosed with oppositional defiant disorder (ODD).
How long was Morgan incarcerated at Rikers?
Morgan was incarcerated at Rikers for two years before his case was adjudicated.
What percentage of incarcerated individuals suffer from mental illness?
About half of the people that are incarcerated today, over 1 million people, suffer from mental illness.
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