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Old May 28, 2020, 11:41 PM
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Unless she is a clear danger to self or others, most states do not permit any kind of forced treament, though some states have moved in that direction such as NY. The basic idea, in my opinion, is that civil rights and the constitution should not apply to persons with serious mental illness. I obviously oppose this.

If she is not open to getting help, then, just protect your daughter from her. Eventually, she will end up either arrested or in the emergencyt department (hopefully, not anything worse than that), if she is like most of us with severe bp 1. Not trying to be insensitive or unkind here, but this is just reality for most of us with this illness when we refuse help and assistance. I have personally spent mroe than 6 years in hospitals during my lifetime with this disease, and I actually had a fairly successful career. So, point being, it could have been much, much worse for me.

Hang in there. Focus on that wonderful child of yours. Good luck!!!!!!!
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