I'm sorry for all you've been through over the past 17 years. I hope things continue to improve for you. Do you still meet with the doctors for check in's? Are you getting some therapy?

About suing them, it's probably more stress than it's worth. I thought about (still might) filing charges when they hospitalized me against my will for no other reason than being manic. I was told I might win, but it would be hard because they had 3 different doctors evaluate me so it's my word against there's. I never said I would hurt myself or others and I was able to care for myself so I still have a case if I wish to proceed, it will be an uphill battle though. Have you consulted a lawyer about your case?

Best of luck to you. Stick around, everyone is nice here and give great feedback.

(((Hugs)))