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Researchers from University of Cagliari Describe Findings in Mental Health Diseases and Conditions (Reframing involuntary treatment as a sentinel event: a model for improving rights-based mental health care).

  • Published In: Mental Health Weekly Digest, 2026. P. 1021 1 of 2

  • Database: Psychology Source 2 of 2

Abstract

The article discusses research from the University of Cagliari, Italy, focusing on the implications of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) regarding involuntary treatment in mental health care. It highlights the CRPD Committee's opposition to involuntary treatment and advocates for support mechanisms that promote autonomy. The research proposes a model that reframes involuntary treatment as a preventable event, emphasizing the need for a monitoring and quality improvement system to address structural issues in mental health services. This approach aims to align mental health practices with CRPD principles, reduce coercive treatment, and enhance accountability between service users and providers. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Mental Health Weekly Digest. 2026/02, p1021
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Consumer Health
  • Publication Date:2026
  • ISSN:1543-6616
  • Accession Number:191224284
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