Obligatory Dangerousness Criterion
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Obligatory Dangerousness Criterion
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The obligatory dangerousness criterion is a principle present in the mental health law of many developed countries. It mandates evidence of dangerousness to oneself or to others before involuntary treatment for mental illness. The term "dangerousness" refers to one's ability to hurt oneself or others physically or mentally within an imminent time frame, and the harm caused must have a long-term effect on the person(s). Psychiatric hospitals and involuntary commitment have been around for hundred
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Principle in mental health law
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Obligatory_Dangerousness_Criterion
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2023-03-09T18:21:24Z
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