My son has been diagnosed with a severe mental illness by reputable hospitals like VIMHANS and Guru Tegh Bahadur Behavioral Sciences. His condition has worsened, making him a threat to both me and others. Unfortunately, these hospitals refuse to admit him, offering only outpatient care due to limited space and a casual approach. Can I seek a court order for his long-term hospitalization? His actions pose a serious danger to society, and I’m desperate for help.

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Law Forum › Category: Medical Negligence › My son has been diagnosed with a severe mental illness by reputable hospitals like VIMHANS and Guru Tegh Bahadur Behavioral Sciences. His condition has worsened, making him a threat to both me and others. Unfortunately, these hospitals refuse to admit him, offering only outpatient care due to limited space and a casual approach. Can I seek a court order for his long-term hospitalization? His actions pose a serious danger to society, and I’m desperate for help.
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Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago

My son has been diagnosed with a severe mental illness by reputable hospitals like VIMHANS and Guru Tegh Bahadur Behavioral Sciences. His condition has worsened, making him a threat to both me and others. Unfortunately, these hospitals refuse to admit him, offering only outpatient care due to limited space and a casual approach. Can I seek a court order for his long-term hospitalization? His actions pose a serious danger to society, and I’m desperate for help.

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Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago

Yes, you can seek a court order for your son’s long-term hospitalization. The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017 allows for involuntary admission based on a medical practitioner’s certificate and a magistrate’s order if the person poses a danger to themselves or others.

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