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Mental Health Services Mental Health Frequently Asked QuestionsHow can I get more information about mental health? Web links
When should I seek mental health services? In general it is a good idea to seek professional help for a mental health problem when:
How do I access community mental health services? Contact your Regional Health Authority for both Adult, and Child and Youth, Psychiatric Rehabilitation services.
What can someone do in situations if a family member or friend doesn’t realize he/she need help?
What does that mean if someone is “certified” on an inpatient mental health unit? If someone is certified on the inpatient mental health unit it means that they meet the criteria under Section 24 of The Mental Health Services Act ( have this be a live link to the QP web site to the legislation) to be detained against their will on the unit. The criteria are:
Two psychiatrists will assess the person to determine if they meet the criteria, and if they do they will sign a Form G to certify and involuntarily detain the patient for up to 21 days.
What rights do I have if I am “certified”? A lawyer, called an official representative, will come and visit you on the unit within 24 hours of being certified. They will advise that if you want, you can appeal the certification and the official representative will help you with this. This service is free of charge.
Related Links
Services to promote, preserve and restore the mental health of Saskatchewan people. Click on your health region, or see list of communities to determine your health region. |
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