This is a public message board, and the Clearinghouse does not necessarily endorse the views expressed here. Sally commented that the plank-building in Portland was fascinating because many people felt that their voices wouldn t be heard, but all voices were heard and we were able to build consensus. The issue isn t forced treatment, but expanding it. There was overwhelming consensus against expanding forced treatment. IOC wouldn t be necessary if services were available.
Force discourages treatment and defeats hope of recovery.
The group wanted a national standard template for advance directives. There is a real movement toward controlling abuse of seclusion and restraints. The group reached consensus that within two years, we should abolish all seclusion and restraint because it retraumatizes us. The group reached consensus to work toward a future where all needs can be met in the community so that there will be no need for forced treatment. Sally remarked that the plank s consensus was very similar to statement issued by the National Council on Disability.