Mental Healthcare Act Flashcards
1
Q
When did this act come into force ?
A
2017
2
Q
What are the provisions?
A
1) It is mandatory to provide medical insurance for treatment of mental illness
2) It decriminalized suicide and prohibited electro convulsive therapy
3) A mentally ill person shall have the right to choose the way of treatment and can nominate a person who can take decision on their behalf
3
Q
What are the important features of the bill?
A
1) Rights of persons with mental illness
2) Advance directive
3) Central and State mental health authority
4) Mental Health Review commission
