David has a history of mental illness, and he has just attempted suicide. His roommate found him unconscious and called 911. David spent time in the hospital recovering from his self-inflicted wounds; during this time a mental health professional determined that David still remained a danger to himself and needed treatment. A court order was obtained and David was admitted to a mental health facility. What kind of commitment is this?

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This is an example of involuntary inpatient commitment, where an individual is admitted to a mental health facility without their consent because they are deemed a danger to themselves or others, typically following a legal or medical evaluation.

David Has a History of Mental Illness, and He Has