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Can a psychiatrist force someone into a locked unit? mom is mid-stage behavioral ftd and doesn't do well in larger places. want to try group home next

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Most states: have provisions for involuntary commitment to a psychiatric facility if the person in question is a danger to themselves or others. Hope this helps!

Answered 9/28/2015

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