Putting someone in a psychiatric ward is not criminalizing suicide. It's a precaution to save lives. What do you think he would do if they just immediately released him? I've been committed by the police. Sucks and feels like a punishment at the time, but it saved my life and was 1000x better than a jail cell.
I mean, it was either that or I was going to jail for underage drinking and causing a scene. They were very kind to me there, I just don't handle feeling trapped well. Most people having a psychotic break like that are glad to have survived once they get help. Also, keep in mind that suicide doesn't only affect the person doing it.
That. It’s a snippet in time where the deprivation of liberty can be the liberating thing someone needs. Have the need of control over your life and decision-making taken away and be cared for without any expectations put on you.
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u/love6471 1d ago
Putting someone in a psychiatric ward is not criminalizing suicide. It's a precaution to save lives. What do you think he would do if they just immediately released him? I've been committed by the police. Sucks and feels like a punishment at the time, but it saved my life and was 1000x better than a jail cell.