Abstract
The introduction presents aspects of aggressive behavior of the mentally ill in various conditions and depending on the diagnosed psychic disorder. Social aspects of involuntary hospitalization of the mentally ill are presented in detail, in epidemiological, clinical psychiatric and general social context. The conclusion points to important considerations and measures to be taken by the society in order to reduce institutional violence in psychiatry.
Publisher
Centre for Evaluation in Education and Science (CEON/CEES)
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