A Washington Post investigation revealed understaffing, violence, bullying, and neglect at Maryland’s maximum security psychiatric hospital. Why did problems persist so long? What now? We speak with reporter Katie Mettler. 

Links:

• After Post report, Md. health secretary says changes coming to mental hospital
• How a ‘climate of chaos’ went unchecked at Maryland’s max-security psych hospital
• Maryland state workers push Gov. Moore to spend more on workers, facilities - The Washington Post
• Clifton T. Perkins CEO Scott Moran agrees to 6-month restraining order - The Washington Post
• Clifton T. Perkins CEO Scott Moran on leave as staff allege he made threats - The Washington Post

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