Mental Health Rehab Rights

Summary

In Pennsylvania, mental health rehabs can restrict phone use as part of treatment plans but must respect patients rights. Minors have the right to communicate with family and refuse treatment under the Mental Health Procedures Act. If these rights are violated, report to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Confirm if parental consent was given for treatment.

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they wont let me contact anyone, even my parents, and forcing me to do therapy
In Pennsylvania, the Mental Health Procedures Act provides rights to minors in treatment, including:
- Right to communicate and visit with family
- Right to refuse treatment
If these rights are violated, you can report it to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services. Can you confirm if your parents consented to your treatment?