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Mental health

Information on getting help and support with mental ill health.

  1. Appeal against a Mental Health Tribunal decision

    How to appeal if you do not agree with a compulsory care decision made by the Mental Health Tribunal.

  2. Apply or appeal to the Mental Health Tribunal

    Information on how to appeal against compulsory care decisions (like Compulsory Treatment Orders).

  3. Becoming a named person for someone detained in hospital

    How to make decisions on behalf of someone if they're sectioned due to their mental health.

  4. Help with mental health

    Support if you have a mental health problem such as depression or anxiety.

  5. Your rights if you have a mental disorder

    Read about the special rights designed to protect people with mental illness.

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