The ethical dilemma of involuntary mental health treatment

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English - April 17, 2024 04:01 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB - ★★★★ - 3K ratings
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Several states have changed policy in recent years to make involuntary commitment easier for people with severe mental illnesses. But forced treatment still raises civil rights questions, with some saying it can harm patients.