Prevent Involuntary Psychiatric Admission

Summary

In Western Australia, the Mental Health Act 2014 allows involuntary treatment if criteria are met. To prevent this, individuals can demonstrate they are not a danger, show rational decision-making, and emphasize voluntary treatment efforts. If already seeking voluntary help, highlight progress and support systems. During assessments, document treatment actions, bring evidence of progress, and have a support person present. To request a review by the Mental Health Tribunal, complete an application, provide documentation, and have support at the hearing. A letter to a hospital can emphasize voluntary treatment, upcoming appointments, and the negative impact of involuntary admission on progress.

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No waiting to see the psychiatrist but has episodes once she calms down she normally regrets her actions
If the person is not yet under a psychiatrist’s care but is experiencing episodes, it may be challenging to prevent admission to a psychiatric ward if they meet the criteria for involuntary treatment under the Mental Health Act *.
You can try the following steps:
- Request an urgent assessment by a psychiatrist.
- Seek a second opinion if admitted.
Would you like more details on how to request a review by the Mental Health Tribunal?
What can the person say to prevent meeting involuntary administration to a psychiatric ward
To prevent involuntary admission to a psychiatric ward, the person can:
- Demonstrate they are not a danger to themselves or others.
- Show they can make rational decisions about their treatment.
- Request to be evaluated by a psychiatrist immediately.
- Express willingness to voluntarily seek outpatient treatment.
Would you like more information on requesting a review by the Mental Health Tribunal?
If they are already seeing voloutarily help
If the person is already voluntarily seeking help, this can be a strong argument against involuntary admission. The person should:
- Emphasize their commitment to ongoing voluntary treatment.
- Highlight any positive progress or stability achieved through current treatment.
- Show that they have a support system in place (e.g., family, friends, counselors).
Would you like information on how to present this during an assessment or any other specific details?
Yea
To present the case effectively during an assessment:
- Document all voluntary treatment actions taken.
- Bring supportive evidence of progress (e.g., treatment records).
- Have a support person (family, friend) present during the assessment.
Would you like information on how to request a review by the Mental Health Tribunal?
Yes
To request a review by the Mental Health Tribunal in Western Australia:
- Application: Complete an application form available on the Mental Health Tribunal's website.
- Documentation: Provide all relevant documents, including treatment records and support letters.
- Support: Have a support person attend the hearing if possible.
Would you like to know more about the application process or any specific forms you need?
Can you write a letter to the royal Perth hospital stating that she has recently voluntary seeking help through city east mental health services. That today's episode started cause she was affairr
Certainly! Here’s a draft for the letter:
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[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[City, State, Postcode]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Royal Perth Hospital
[Hospital Address]
Perth, WA [Postcode]
Dear Sir/Madam,
Re: [Patient's Full Name]
I am writing to inform you that [Patient's Full Name] has recently been voluntarily seeking help through City East Mental Health Services. Today's episode was triggered due to a significant fear she experienced.
[Patient's Full Name] is committed to ongoing voluntary treatment and has shown progress in managing her mental health. She regrets her actions once she calms down and wishes to continue her treatment voluntarily rather than being admitted involuntarily to a psychiatric ward.
I request that this information be taken into consideration during her assessment. Please find attached documentation of her voluntary treatment and her progress.
Thank you for your understanding and support.
Yours faithfully,
[Your Name]
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Would you like any specific changes or additional details in the letter?
Can you write a letter to the royal Perth hospital stating that she has recently voluntary seeking help through city east mental health services. That today's episode started cause she was afraid she wouldn't of had time to adjust to the medication before seeing the psychiatrist next. She voluntary seeking a psychologist which her first appointment this coming Wednesday and is waiting for a date to see a drug and alcohol peer support through Holyoke. This is all being set up by saun who her social worker through city east mental hospital. Alexandra is co-depented on myself Daniel Mitchell due to her BDP or borderline personality disorders. Today it started from me leaving her for 15min and her not being able to afford her medication. She taking the right step forwards and I feel detaining her into psychiatric ward going to undo all her work she made voluntary moving forward. Thanks Daniel Mitchell
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Daniel Mitchell
[Your Address]
Perth, WA [Postcode]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Royal Perth Hospital
[Hospital Address]
Perth, WA [Postcode]
Dear Sir/Madam,
Re: Alexandra [Last Name]
I am writing to inform you about Alexandra's recent voluntary efforts to seek help through City East Mental Health Services. Today's episode was triggered by her fear of not having enough time to adjust to her new medication before her next psychiatrist appointment.
Alexandra has an upcoming appointment with a psychologist this Wednesday and is waiting for a date to see a drug and alcohol peer support through Holyoake, all coordinated by her social worker, Shaun, from City East Mental Health Services.
Alexandra relies on me, Daniel Mitchell, due to her Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Today's episode began after I left her for * minutes and her inability to afford her medication. She is taking significant steps forward, and I believe detaining her in a psychiatric ward would undermine her voluntary progress.
Thank you for your consideration.
Yours faithfully,
Daniel Mitchell
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Would you like any specific changes or additional details in the letter?
Add more details she doesnt need to be involuntary administrated into psychiatric ward
Sure, here is an updated draft with more details:
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Daniel Mitchell
[Your Address]
Perth, WA [Postcode]
[Email Address]
[Phone Number]
[Date]
Royal Perth Hospital
[Hospital Address]
Perth, WA [Postcode]
Dear Sir/Madam,
Re: Alexandra [Last Name]
I am writing to inform you about Alexandra's recent voluntary efforts to seek help through City East Mental Health Services. Today's episode was triggered by her fear of not having enough time to adjust to her new medication before her next psychiatrist appointment.
Alexandra has an upcoming appointment with a psychologist this Wednesday and is waiting for a date to see a drug and alcohol peer support through Holyoake, all coordinated by her social worker, Shaun, from City East Mental Health Services.
Alexandra relies on me, Daniel Mitchell, due to her Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Today's episode began after I left her for * minutes and her inability to afford her medication. She is taking significant steps forward, and I believe detaining her in a psychiatric ward would undermine her voluntary progress.
Alexandra has been actively engaged in her treatment and has shown progress. She is committedto ongoing voluntary treatment. Detaining her involuntarily could potentially disrupt the positive strides she has made and negatively impact her mental health.
Please consider her voluntary efforts and the support system she has in place when making your assessment. I have attached documentation of her treatment and progress for your review.
Thank you for your understanding and consideration.
Yours faithfully,
Daniel Mitchell
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