Mission Prep (866-420-2419) has released a new guide to teen psychiatric hospitalization that covers the differences between voluntary and involuntary commitment.
-- Mission Prep has authored a new guide on voluntary and involuntary commitment for teenagers who are struggling with a profound mental health challenge, helping families to understand their best options.
More information is available at https://missionprephealthcare.com/mental-health-resources/legal-rights/voluntary-vs-involuntary-commitment/
The teen mental health leaders at Mission Prep know that adolescence is a complex period for many reasons, and that alongside the mental health challenges that often first manifest during this age, or significantly worsen from childhood, there is also the question of a teen's medical independence from their parents.
To help address these issues, their clinical team has authored their new guide for teens and their parents alike, explaining the circumstances under which teenagers can voluntarily admit themselves independently, including when it is against the parents' wishes. Likewise, it also explains under which circumstances parents can seek to admit their teens even if it's against the teen’s wishes, or if the teen is not in a position to give consent.
While Mission Prep believes strongly that voluntary admission is ideal—especially when it is both welcomed by the teen and supported by their parents—their new guide covers those instances in which involuntary commitment may be the only path forward.
As they explained, this typically only occurs in cases where a licensed mental health professional or physician rules that the teen is an immediate danger to themselves or others, and at established and reputable centers like Mission Prep this kind of stay is only a temporary measure that can be utilized to create a longer-term recovery plan that aligns with everyone's wishes.
A representative said, “Involuntary commitment of a teen to psychiatric care can feel overwhelming for families, but the intention is always centered on safety and stabilizing the teen in crisis. Involuntary holds are usually time-limited and range from 72 hours to a few days. During this time, a team of mental health professionals assesses the situation and determines whether continued inpatient treatment is necessary.”
At Mission Prep, all teens who enter through a voluntary or involuntary psychiatric hospitalization have the optional choice to extend their care at one of their welcoming residential homes in California or Virginia. The mental health provider offers evidence-based, holistic and therapeutic care that is designed to foster a genuine recovery and to encourage real growth.
“At Mission Prep, our facilities for adolescent mental health treatment offer ample personal space to unwind and focus on healing,” their spokesperson added. “We believe healing starts with trust, and that includes trust in the process, the team, and the environment.”
For more information, visit https://missionprephealthcare.com/
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Name: Nathan Di Tomaso
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Organization: Mission Prep
Address: 30310 Rancho Viejo Rd., San Juan Capistrano, California 92675, United States
Website: https://missionprephealthcare.com/
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