MSc/ Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Mental Health Studies
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The University of Birmingham MSc and Postgraduate Diploma in Forensic Mental Health Care Course Director Dr M. Humphreys Module 3. Assignment - The Courts and the Law. Section (s136) of the Mental Health Act '83 the impact on those individuals arrested by the Police. Date Due In - 13 June 2005 Word Count -4000 Student Number-663483 CONTENTS Introduction Pg3 Statement of the Law and criteria for detention Pg3-4 The Nominated Place of Safety Pg4 Individual professional roles- Pg4-8 The Police The Doctor The ASW Nursing Staff Statistical evidence Pg8 Management of aggressive behaviour and risk assessments Pg8-10 Factors, which need to be considered when, determining the outcome of the assessment and decision making process and follow up responsibilities Pg8-10 Information leaflets for service users on rights and procedures Pg10 Conclusion and recommendations to improve future practice Pg10 REFERENCES AND GLOSSARY OF TERMS USED. Pg 10-14 Section 136 of the Mental Health Act '83 the impact on those individuals arrested by the police. Introduction This assignment will critically analyse a group of mentally disordered offenders, in...


