1st April 2022

A 35-year-old female is brought into A&E and has been experiencing symptoms of mania

A 35-year-old female is brought into A&E and has been experiencing symptoms of mania, including grandiose delusions and flight of ideas. She lacks insight at the current time and refuses to take any medication and wishes to leave as she has many projects needing work done at home. 

Under which aspect of the Mental Health Act 2007 would it be most appropriate to section her?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.