4th November 2020

A 42-year-old man has been an inpatient on a psychiatric unit for four months

A 42-year-old man has been an inpatient on a psychiatric unit for four months, whilst receiving treatment for a severe relapse of schizophrenia under section 3 of the Mental Health Act. It is felt that as he has now stabilised considerably, it would be appropriate for further treatment to be undertaken in the community. Due to his previous history of frequent relapse, the consultant psychiatrist looking after him feels that a Community Treatment Order would be appropriate.

Which of the following statements about Community Treatment Orders is true?

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