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How do you get power of attorney of your mother who has been detained under the mental health act?
A person under care for mental health issues may not have legal capacity to execute a Power of Attorney. You should consult with an attorney. You may need to petition the court to be appointed the guardian.
Can paitents held under mental health laws vote?
YES
If a police officer tells a citizen that you have been arrested under the mental health act and that you have been brought to a mental health facility would this be an invasion of your privacy?
It would depend on the circumstances under which the information was divulged. The confidentiality requirements within the legal system are different from those that govern mental health workers and facilities.
What is the prognosis for a person who has agoraphobia?
A person with agoraphobia, or a fear of crowds and open spaces, should definitely be under the care of a mental health professional. The only way to overcome this problem is with therapy, time, and dedication to change.
What is the different between mental health illness and depression?
If severe enough to be considered an illness, depression is one of many mental illnesses. Mental health is a term that describes both the constellation of mental illnesses and their treatment or prevention, and the processes and programs associated with them.
What dsm IV axis is asthma on?
Asthma is classified under DSM-IV Axis III, which pertains to medical conditions that may be relevant to the understanding or management of mental disorders. While asthma is primarily a physical health condition, it can have psychological implications and may affect a person's mental health and functioning.
Does a person has a weak nerves who has a nervous breakdown?
A nervous breakdown typically refers to a period of intense mental distress or inability to function, often resulting from prolonged stress or underlying mental health issues. It doesn't necessarily indicate that a person has "weak nerves," as such breakdowns can happen to anyone under significant pressure or after experiencing traumatic events. Instead, it highlights the need for support and coping strategies to manage stress and mental health effectively.
Meaning of section 17?
Section 17 refers to the doctors that the Secretary of State has approved that have special knowledge about mental health. These doctors have to be part of the evaluations under the Mental Health Act of 1983.
What happens when you are sectioned?
Being sectioned refers to being detained in a psychiatric hospital under the Mental Health Act. This usually happens when a person is considered a risk to themselves or others due to their mental health condition. Once sectioned, a person will receive a psychiatric assessment and appropriate treatment to ensure their safety and well-being. The length of the sectioning can vary depending on the individual's condition and treatment progress.
Is mental health a disability?
Some mental illnesses can be regarded as a disability depending on the severity of the condition.Depression, for example can be mild and the sufferer lives a perfectly normal life or it could be severe and the patient could not support a normal life. This would then be regarded as a disability.
If you have an assault charge and are arrested under the mental health act can charges still be pressed against you?
Yes.
May an adult refuse force feeding under auspices of health care and mental legislation?
Under some circumstances they may. But not totally.
