Danger to Self
/ˈdeɪn.dʒɚ tuː sɛlf/
Definitions
- (n.) A condition in which an individual poses a risk of serious harm or injury to themselves, often used as a legal justification for involuntary psychiatric commitment or intervention.
The court ordered hospitalization due to the defendant being a danger to self.
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- danger to self
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Commentary
The term commonly appears in mental health law and is pivotal in balancing individual liberty against public safety concerns.
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