Involuntary treatment may offer life-saving intervention for individuals with serious mental illness and substance use disorders by providing a chance for cognitive recovery and safer decision-making.
BC launches secure care for people with brain injury, mental illness, severe addiction
British Columbia is expanding secure facilities to provide long-term, involuntary care under the B.C. Mental Health Act for individuals with severe mental-health and addiction challenges.
Nancy Ford: Civil Commitment and Right to Treatment
Nancy highlights her son’s recovery from schizophrenia through involuntary treatment and the need for better mental health policies.