Collegiality, Therapy and Mediation—The Contribution of Experts in Swedish Mental Health Law

Independent experts serve a vital role in how the human rights of patients are protected in mental health law. This article investigates the contribution of court-appointed psychiatrists (APs) in civil commitment court hearings. Analysis is based on 12 court hearings that were audiotaped. Supplement...

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Main Authors: Stefan Sjöström, Maritha Jacobsson, Anna Hollander
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-01-01
Series:Laws
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2075-471X/6/1/2