The legal intersection of psychosis and substance use: A mixed methods investigation of settled insanity.

Key Points

• Mental illness remains a complex issue intertwined with the legal definition of settled insanity, complicating legal interpretations.
• Results indicate a nuanced relationship between substance use and the etiology of mental illness, highlighting legal challenges.
• Mixed methods investigation combined qualitative and quantitative analyses to explore the intersection of law and mental health.
• Legal frameworks may need reevaluation to address the implications of intoxication and mental health on insanity defenses.