How can I get treatment for a family member who is mentally ill, yet is refusing treatment?
People generally have the right to consent to and/or refuse treatment. Under certain conditions, such as when a person is considered to be a threat to themselves or to others, he or she may be required to seek treatment. This can include involuntary civil commitment and/or forced medication. Laws about commitment vary by state. Contact your State Protection and Advocacy program if you have questions about the commitment process in your state.
