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The article discusses differing opinions on involuntary commitment in psychiatric services, focusing on patient autonomy, legal parameters, and care delivery. Authors argue for decreasing involuntary commitment and focusing on community-based supports, while others advocate for maintaining it to ensure patients receive necessary treatments. The article also addresses the challenges and ethical dilemmas surrounding involuntary commitment for individuals with treatment-resistant mental illness and substance use disorders, highlighting the need for thoughtful guidelines and considerations when implementing such interventions. [Extracted from the article] |