Psychiatrist uncooperative

Hi @DiSoleEDAzzurro , Quite a tricky situation. Have the medications improved your mental health? Is there a reason theyre willing to use court ordered medications?

Hi @DiSoleEDAzzurro....I'm really sorry you're in this position. I had to do a bit of research about patient mental health rights in Italy, and I will share what I found: Italy's mental health care is based on the Basaglia Law (Law 180). This law closed psychiatric hospitals and made community care the standard. Patients have the right to voluntary treatment, personalized care plans UPMC Italy, and refuse treatment except in strict emergencies. The Italian Constitution and National Health Service (SSN) guarantee these key mental health rights: Voluntary Treatment: You have the right to choose your care and refuse treatments. Most mental healthcare is provided in local, community-based Mental Health Centers (CSM). Strict Involuntary Treatment: Involuntary treatment (Trattamento Sanitario Obbligatorio, or TSO) is a last resort. It only happens if a patient refuses treatment, a medical emergency exists, and no community alternatives are available. It requires authorization from a doctor and the Mayor, and lasts for a maximum of 7 days unless extended. Hospitalization in General Wards: If you need acute care, you have the right to stay in Psychiatric Diagnosis and Treatment Services (SPDC) located inside local general hospitals. These wards are limited to a maximum of 15 beds to ensure humane treatment. Right to Complain and Compensation: You have the right to file complaints if your care is substandard and claim compensation for harm UPMC Italy. To access these rights and free or low-cost services, you must be registered with the Italian healthcare system (SSN) and obtain a health card (tessera sanitaria). You can then visit your general practitioner to get a referral for your local ASL (Local Health Authority) to schedule an appointment. _______________________ Are you familiar with this information?

"Thank you so much for sharing this information with me helps a lot have a better understanding of my rights, I don't know if I will be able to make my voice be heard because I'm usually very accommodating to the wishes of others, i don't protest much for myself." — @DiSoleEDAzzurro

You're very welcome! I hope it helped. According to the law, you have the right to refuse treatment that you don't want. Be strong, the law is on your side!

If psychosis is coming back off the meds maybe reducing to a dose instead of off fully is the best idea. Minimal side effects without having to battle psychosis