Involuntary treatment for the homeless mentally ill.

Working with mentally ill homeless persons: should we respect their quest for anonymity?

In recent years, the homeless population has received much attention as authorities attempt to comprehend this phenomenon and offer solutions. When striving to establish a relationship with the homeless person, many problems arise. We encounter this dilemma when respecting the right of the mentally ill to dwell neglected in the streets and simultaneously observe their inability to comprehend pr...

The mentally ill homeless: evolving involuntary commitment issues.

بستری و درمان اجباری: نگاهی به قوانین بهداشت روان

AbstractObjectives: Disregard of the rights of the mentally ill is a prevalent condition in the world. Whereas until the mid twentieth century most legislations were enacted to protect the society against individuals with mental disorders, in recent years the attitudes of legislators has been focused on protecting the rights of the mentally ill. The aim of this study is to review the laws relat...

Identifying homeless mentally ill veterans in jail: a preliminary report.

Increasing evidence exists that suggests associations between mental illness, homelessness, and criminal activity and arrest. This article describes a program for identifying and providing treatment and housing for homeless mentally ill veterans detained at the Cook County Jail in Chicago. Preliminary data are provided describing characteristics of the veterans assessed in the jail, as well as ...

Schizoid Personality Traits Among the Homeless Mentally Ill: A Quantitative and Qualitative Report

This paper examines the interplay among schizoid personality traits, chronicity of homelessness, and engagement in treatment in a homeless mentally ill population. Both qualitative and quantitative information will be provided about a sample of 125 homeless mentally ill individuals receiving psychiatric treatment in a comprehensive services drop-in clinic. Naturalistic observations and a case v...