Designed to support training and CPD in compulsory mental health work, this book looks at assessment, detention, compulsion and coercion in a variety of settings. The book focuses on decision making in a variety of professional roles with people from a diversity of backgrounds. With emphasis on theory into practice, the book is essential reading for those looking to develop their reflexive and critical analytical skills.

Contributions by: Rebecca Fish, Neil Caton, Kevin Stone, Gillian Robinson, Andy Brammer, Che McGarvey-Gill, Jen Kilyon, Caroline Leah, Hári Sewell, Rachel Bloodworth Strong, Matthew Graham