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Forty-two states allow assisted outpatient treatment - court-ordered treatment in the community. Massachusetts is one of only eight states that does not permit the use of this valuable treatment mechanism.

A primer on assisted outpatient treatment. What is assisted outpatient treatment (AOT)? How is it working in other states that are using it? Why do some people refuse treatment for severe mental illnesses?

Among other things, assisted outpatient treatment:

Some individuals and organizations have raised concerns about assisted outpatient treatment. Most of these fears are based on misinformation or misunderstanding. Educate yourself about the myths surrounding assisted outpatient treatment.

Recent news

LETTER Mental health treatment must be improved (Waltham News Tribune, January 6, 2006)

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PREVENTABLE TRAGEDIES The Preventable Tragedies database includes summaries of news articles of which an individual with a neurobiological brain disorder (usually untreated) is involved in a violent episode or other tragedy, either as a victim or perpetrator. Search for Massachusetts episodes by choosing MA in the drop down box.

History

OPED We need to ask again - Why do severely mentally ill go untreated?
Boston Globe, Aug. 1, 1998

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