Mental Health Act 1983 (1983 c 20)

The legislation provides a framework for the treatment and care of individuals with mental health disorders in England and Wales. It outlines the circumstances under which individuals can be detained and treated in hospital without their consent, known as "sectioning," and sets out the duties of healthcare professionals regarding patient rights and safeguards. Significant amendments over time, such as the Mental Health Act 2007, have aimed to balance patient autonomy with the need for compulsory treatment, reflecting changes in societal attitudes and medical practices concerning mental health care.

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Mental Health Act 1983 (1983 c 20)

The legislation provides a framework for the treatment and care of individuals with mental health disorders in England and Wales. It outlines the circumstances under which individuals can be detained and treated in hospital without their consent, known as "sectioning," and sets out the duties of healthcare professionals regarding patient rights and safeguards. Significant amendments over time, such as the Mental Health Act 2007, have aimed to balance patient autonomy with the need for compulsory treatment, reflecting changes in societal attitudes and medical practices concerning mental health care.

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Mental Health Act 1983 (1983 c 20)
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