coercive treatment

Coercive treatment refers to medical or psychiatric interventions administered to a person without their full consent, often when they are unable or unwilling to agree, such as during a mental health crisis. It typically involves measures like involuntary hospitalization, forced medication, or restraints to ensure safety—for the individual or others—but raises ethical questions about personal autonomy and human rights. Such treatment is usually governed by specific laws that require careful assessment and oversight to balance individual liberties with the need for protection.