Community Care

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The government said the Mental Health Bill would tackle racial discrimination in care, end the inappropriate detention of people with a learning disability and autistic people and give patients a greater say in decisions over their care. Note: There is a poll embedded within this post, please visit the site to participate in this post's poll.

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Community Care

APRIL 24, 2025

Opposition amendments to the bill Several amendments were made to the bill despite being opposed by the government. The role of the police in detentions The police have specific powers under sections 135 and 136 of the MHA to detain people with a mental disorder, both with and without a warrant.

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Community Care

MAY 10, 2022

Proposals to overhaul the Mental Health Act 1983 will be considered by Parliament over the next year, the government announced today in the Queen’s Speech. Introducing a statutory care and treatment plan for all people in detention, written with them and setting out a clear pathway to discharge.

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Social Work Haven

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

This is because they develop treatment plans to address mental illness and substance abuse problems, often holding supervisory roles and advocating for human rights within the criminal justice system. Flexibility in adapting treatment plans is essential, as goals are met, new issues emerge, or crises arise.

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Relias

MARCH 5, 2025

To protect patients and ensure the long-term viability of ketamine treatment, behavioral health providers must implement structured compliance programs that prioritize safety, monitoring, and adherence to regulatory standards. Beyond physical safety, adherence to medical guidelines ensures optimal treatment outcomes.

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Social Work Haven

MAY 9, 2023

However, social workers can provide guidance and advice on what treatments may be available for an individual’s condition and help them access suitable services in the community. Furthermore , social workers can work in collaboration with psychiatrists and GP’s to develop a comprehensive treatment plan for those in need.

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Social Worker Treatment Planning Mental Health Interventional 52

Community Care

JANUARY 19, 2023

However, rather than statutory principles, it recommended a new provision, placed at the beginning of the MHA, requiring the government to draw up the revised MHA code of practice having regard to and including the principles set out in the independent review.

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