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Requirements for involuntary admissions

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: In 2024, a total of 4,985 compulsory psychiatric admissions were carried out in Denmark. Because the admitting physician must not be employed at the psychiatric department to which the patient is being admitted, the assessment is most often conducted by non-psychiatrists, which may create uncertainty about the procedure. This review investigates the legal framework, the clinical and legal requirements for the assessment, including documentation of psychopathology, evaluation of motivation for voluntary admission, and collaboration with the police.

Source: Ugeskrift for Læger

DOI: 10.61409/v10250876

Authors: Mette Munk-Poulsen, Simon Hjerrild

Institutions: Aarhus University Hospital, Aalborg University Hospital, Glostrup Hospital

Language: Danish

Topic: Healthcare Decision-Making and Restraints

Subfield: Clinical Psychology

Field: Psychology

Domain: Social Sciences

SDGs: Peace, justice, and strong institutions, Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7202077809