from psycho force report Written by Rob Wipond. “New laws to expand involuntary commitments have recently been enacted or are being discussed around the world. Manitoba, alberta, british columbia, Ontario, quebec, new brunswickand elsewhere. These efforts are driven by the idea that homelessness, street violence, and overdoses are on the rise across the country because too few people are admitted to psychiatric hospitals. Critics counter by pointing to the housing affordability crisis as local services and support decline.
Without reliable research and data, opinions remain polarized. Some people strongly believe in forced psychiatric intervention. However, there is a lack of scientific evidence to support forced treatment for drug use. recognized by most clinicians. On the other hand, there is Few studies on efficacy outcomes any compulsory treatment of mental disorders, and no evidence civil promise help people or protect public safety.
Conversely, the harms of subjecting people to locked wards, restraint, isolation, or forced drug administration are well-documented. future study For example, the British Columbia study was led by researchers from collaborating institutions. Health Outcomes Improvement Centerwhich included interviews with dozens of former patients and current medical staff, particularly at the researchers’ own hospital. The researchers found that involuntary engagement is a “stressful experience for both treatment recipients and providers, and can lead to harm, trauma, and mistrust.”
