Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

Can someone be forced to receive treatment or stay in a psychiatric facility?

April 26, 2017facility forced psychiatric stay treatment

0

Posted

Can someone be forced to receive treatment or stay in a psychiatric facility?

1 Answer

0

Posted

Yes. A person may be detained in a psychiatric hospital if they fall within the definition of ‘mentally ill’ or ‘mentally disordered’ and have an Involuntary legal schedule applied to them Forensic patients can be required to take medication and be forcibly detained in a psychiatric facility Someone who is under a community order may be required to take medication.