I went to a intake center (willingly). Then the hospital of my choice was full. The only other hospital my insurance would cover was a state hospital. I tried to leave and the doc on call signed papers on me to be admitted. I then learn that because I tried to leave I was put on "Mental Health Probation". I was kept for two weeks in the hospital. When I discharged they had me go to mental health court. The terms of my release was to keep taking my meds, work with a case manager, therapist and doc. They gave me a copy of my papers and it had an appt listed with my doc. I had to go back to court three months later to show I complied. Then I was taken off probation. Yes a doc can have you admitted and keep you as long as they want. I was told if I didn't comply I would be admitted again. If the doc feels you still have symptoms they will keep you.

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