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About informal patients - Mind

(9 days ago) WEBYou're an informal patient if you're having in-patient treatment in a psychiatric hospital voluntarily. You should have capacity to understand that you're going into hospital and agree to treatment for your mental health problem. Being an informal patient is …

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/legal-rights/informal-patients/about-informal-patients/

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Your rights and responsibilities as an informal patient

(Just Now) WEBEmail: [email protected]. You have a right to meet with a commissioner. This document was produced by Jessica Walsh and edited by Denise Gentry with support from the …

https://ellernmede.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/informal-patient-easy-read.pdf

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Mental Health Act (easy read) - NHS

(5 days ago) WEBThe Mental Health Act is a law that tells people with a mental health disorder what their rights are and how they can be treated. The term "mental health disorder" is used to …

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/social-care-and-your-rights/mental-health-and-the-law/mental-health-act-easy-read/

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Mental Health Act 1983 - Legislation.gov.uk

(6 days ago) WEBChanges to legislation: Mental Health Act 1983, Section 131 is up to date with all changes known to be in force on or before 11 May 2024. There are changes that may be brought …

https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukpga/1983/20/section/131

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Informal mental health patients: what are they told of their …

(8 days ago) WEBgood practice in this area. Information should be consistent, accurate and understandable. Originality - This is the only research reporting on the availability and content of written …

https://shura.shu.ac.uk/15816/3/Ashmore%20-%20Informal%20mental%20health%20patients%20%28AM%29.pdf

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What is the Mental Health Act? - Rethink Mental Illness

(Just Now) WEBThe Mental Health Act says when you can be taken to hospital, kept there, and treated against your wishes. This can only happen if you have a mental disorder that puts you, …

https://rethink.org/advice-and-information/rights-restrictions/mental-health-laws/mental-health-act/

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Legal rights for informal patients - Tees Esk and Wear Valley NHS

(7 days ago) WEBOr, you may have been detained under the Mental Health Act, but your section has been discharged or may have lapsed. As an informal patient, you have …

https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/about-your-care/inpatients/legal/

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Reading of Rights (Section 132, 132A & 133) Policy

(2 days ago) WEB2.5 Human Rights Act (HRA)1998 In addition to CoP Chapter 3 - Human rights, equality and health inequalities, Information on Human Rights Articles particularly relevant to …

https://www.dtgp.cpft.nhs.uk/FileHandler.ashx?id=679

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New Federal Rules Seek To Strengthen Mental Health Parity

(2 days ago) WEBOn July 25, 2023, the Departments of Labor, Health and Human Services, and the Treasury (the tri-agencies) proposed a new rule to strengthen the enforcement of the federal …

https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/forefront/new-federal-rules-seek-strengthen-mental-health-parity

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Depression, PTSD, & Other Mental Health Conditions in the …

(9 days ago) WEBIf you have depression, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), or another mental health condition, you are protected against discrimination and harassment at …

https://www.eeoc.gov/laws/guidance/depression-ptsd-other-mental-health-conditions-workplace-your-legal-rights

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It’s Okay to Not Be Okay: Tips and Resources for Mental Health

(3 days ago) WEBMental health conditions can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, or income level. Recent data (PDF 622 KB) help underscore that our nation is …

https://www.samhsa.gov/blog/its-okay-not-be-okay-tips-resources-mental-health-awareness-month

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Mental Health Act - NHS

(5 days ago) WEBThe Mental Health Act (1983) is the main piece of legislation that covers the assessment, treatment and rights of people with a mental health disorder. You can read the Mental …

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/social-care-and-your-rights/mental-health-and-the-law/mental-health-act/

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All Info - H.R.8376 - Congress.gov

(9 days ago) WEBAll Info for H.R.8376 - 118th Congress (2023-2024): To amend the Public Health Service Act to provide for a national awareness and outreach campaign to …

https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/8376/all-info

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NAMI New Jersey, N Brunswick, NJ

(5 days ago) WEB1562 Route 130. North Brunswick, NJ 08902. Phone: 732.940.0991. Toll-free: 1-866-626-4664. Email: [email protected]. This website was designed &. developed by Terese …

https://naminj.org/support/affiliates/bergen/

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Systems Advocacy - The Official Web Site for The State of …

(2 days ago) WEBCommunity Health Law Project 35 Journal Square, Suite 827 Jersey City, NJ 07306 (973) 963-6295 Laurel House 316 Livingston Avenue New Brunswick, NJ 08903 (732) 246 …

https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmhas/resources/services/treatment/mental_health/Systems_Advocacy.pdf

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During Mental Health Awareness Month, U. S. Department of …

(4 days ago) WEBToday, during Mental Health Awareness Month, the Biden-Harris Administration is announcing new actions to increase access to school-based mental …

https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/during-mental-health-awareness-month-u-s-department-education-announces-new-actions-increase-access-school-based-mental-health-services

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Feds Accuse Rhode Island of Warehousing Kids With Mental …

(1 days ago) WEBBOSTON (AP) — Rhode Island violated the civil rights of hundreds of children with mental health or developmental disabilities by routinely and unnecessarily …

https://www.usnews.com/news/us/articles/2024-05-13/feds-accuse-rhode-island-of-warehousing-kids-with-mental-health-developmental-disabilities

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Civil Rights and COVID-19: Frequently Asked Questions

(2 days ago) WEBAs the virus has spread, the New Jersey Division on Civil Rights (DCR) has received an increasing number of questions about how the New Jersey Law Against …

https://www.nj.gov/oag/dcr/downloads/NJ_DCRFAQs_on_COVID-19_Final_20200318_ENG.pdf

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Echoes from the past: How America’s major moments shaped …

(5 days ago) WEBThis commentary examines key mental health policies across four transformative historical periods in America: the aftermath of World War II (1939–1946), the Civil Rights …

https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2024-78935-001

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New Alabama law expands mental health treatment for substance …

(6 days ago) WEBThe Co-Occurring Treatment Law will make it easier for patients with mental health-related conditions to get help before law enforcement has to get involved. Rep. Russell Bedsole …

https://www.msn.com/en-us/health/other/new-alabama-law-expands-mental-health-treatment-for-substance-use-disorders/ar-BB1lWc8W

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Understanding Mental Health Coverage In the U.S. Anthem

(2 days ago) WEBThe Importance of Mental Health Benefits in Insurance Coverage In recent years, many people have experienced mental health challenges, with over 30% of adults in the …

https://www.anthem.com/individual-and-family/insurance-basics/health-insurance/mental-health-aca-plans

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Department of Justice finds Nebraska violated civil rights laws

(8 days ago) WEBLINCOLN, Neb. — The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services said it was "disappointed" by allegations as the Department of Justice …

https://www.ketv.com/article/nebraska-violated-civil-rights-laws-serious-mental-illness-department-of-justice/60793632

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Department of Human Services Mental Health Housing

(2 days ago) WEBPrograms for Assistance in the Transition from Homelessness (PATH): Services provided to individuals suffering from serious mental illness, or suffering from serious mental illness …

https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/dmhas/resources/services/recovery/mh_housing.html

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ODEP News Brief - Mental Health Awareness Month Special Edition

(6 days ago) WEBAccommodation and Compliance: Mental Health Conditions – This comprehensive resource from ODEP’s Job Accommodation Network (JAN) provides …

https://www.dol.gov/agencies/odep/publications/news-brief/20240509

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A Proclamation on National Mental Health Awareness Month, 2024

(5 days ago) WEBI signed the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act — the largest investment in youth mental health ever, and we are investing $1 billion of that funding to help schools …

https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/04/30/a-proclamation-on-national-mental-health-awareness-month-2024/

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What is the Mental Health Act 1983? - Mind

(9 days ago) WEBThe Mental Health Act 1983 is the law in England and Wales which was updated in 2007. It tells people with mental health problems what their rights are regarding: Many …

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/legal-rights/mental-health-act-1983/about-the-mha-1983/

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Justice Department says Nebraska violates civil rights laws for …

(6 days ago) WEBThe US Department of Justice announced Tuesday that Nebraska violates federal civil rights laws when it comes to how it handles adults with serious mental illness.

https://www.wowt.com/2024/05/15/justice-department-says-nebraska-violates-civil-rights-laws-mental-health/

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Mike’s Monday Message Takeover: Mental Health Awareness 2024

(5 days ago) WEBTalking about mental health today is not just a moment, talking about mental health today is a movement. This movement needs more advocates, activists, and …

https://afpglobal.org/news/mikes-monday-message-takeover-mental-health-awareness-2024

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Gubernatorial Candidate Kelly Ayotte Talks Child Care, Education …

(5 days ago) WEBShe hopes again to build off of Sununu’s work in bolstering mental healthcare, she said, as well as her work as a Senator in 2014, when she helped to introduce the …

https://indepthnh.org/2024/05/13/gubernatorial-candidate-kelly-ayotte-talks-child-care-education-and-mental-health/

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HHS Finalizes Rule Strengthening Protections Against Disability

(5 days ago) WEBOCR disability discrimination protections. Final Rule advances equity and bolsters protections for people with disabilities under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation …

https://www.hhs.gov/about/news/2024/05/01/hhs-finalizes-rule-strengthening-protections-against-disability-discrimination.html

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Nondiscrimination in Health Programs and Activities

(5 days ago) WEBCommenters further noted that other employment discrimination laws, such as title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (title VII), 42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq., and the …

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/05/06/2024-08711/nondiscrimination-in-health-programs-and-activities

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FAQs - Mental Health Act - Mind

(3 days ago) WEBMental Health Act FAQs. This page gives answers to frequently asked questions (FAQs) about your rights under the Mental Health Act. This information applies to England …

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/legal-rights/mental-health-act-1983/mental-health-act-faqs/

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N.Y. Prisons Holding Mentally Ill People in Solitary, Lawsuit Says

(Just Now) WEBA complaint filed by the Legal Aid Society and others accuses the state prison system of holding mentally ill and disabled people in isolation despite a law …

https://www.nytimes.com/2024/05/08/nyregion/ny-prisons-solitary-confinement.html

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New £64 million plan to help people stay in work - GOV.UK

(2 days ago) WEBThis builds on the record £16 billion worth of mental health support we offered last year, as well an extra 384,000 people accessing NHS Talking Therapies as …

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/new-64-million-plan-to-help-people-stay-in-work

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