Mental Health Act s.16

Question 1

WHAT IS A FORM 2?

Answer 1

Any person may apply for a Form 2 through a Justice of the Peace if they feel someone requires mental health care. The person applying for a Form 2 must convey evidence of mental illness, danger to self or others and/or failure to care for their basic needs.

Question 2

A Form 2 makes sure a person is brought to __________

Answer 2

the hospital to see a doctor. The doctor will decide whether they require treatment. A Form 2 does not guarantee a psychiatric hospital admission.

Question 3

Typically, the Form 2 is used by a person’s family or friends when it is not possible for the person to be examined by

Answer 3

a doctor

Question 4

A Form 2 is valid ______ days from and including the day it is made or at conclusion of physician’s examination.

Answer 4

seven

Question 5

Questions JP may have about mental health

Answer 5

mental health diagnoses
mental health history, including any time spent in a psychiatric facility
any history of violence towards other people
any history of hurting themselves on purpose
any history of suicide attempts or comments they’ve made about suicide
any threats they’ve made
any signs that they’re unable to take care of themselves