The mental health detention process: a scoping review to inform GP training

Background: GPs are often faced with deciding whether or not a patient may require detention for assessment in hospital under mental health legislation. This can be a complex and daunting process. Despite this, GPs and most other professionals receive limited formal training. Aim: To map and review...

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Main Authors: Paula Houton, Helen Reid, Gavin Davidson, Gerard Gormley
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Royal College of General Practitioners 2022-12-01
Series:BJGP Open
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Online Access:https://bjgpopen.org/content/6/4/BJGPO.2022.0061