I was asked by a friend, and I didn't know the answer, so I thought I would come to here.

If someone under the age of 18 attempts suicide, and its caused them to go to the hospital because of their attempt, once they r treated there at the hospital and relased do they have to be admitted into a mental-health facility?

It is not a requirement. They will usually be admitted for a thorough assessment but much is dependent on the recommendations of the attending psychiatrist based on his/her assessment. Patients can be admitted against their will if it is believed they pose an eminent danger to themselves or others.

I wasn't,of course that was back in the early 80's, but what DrBill100 says makes the most sense,if they are still a threat to themselves or others, yes,they COULD be admitted, not necessarily ARE going to be admitted.

The patients I "sit" for are treated by the ER physician and then the consult a mental health professional who comes in to do an interview. After the interview it is discussed how the pt will be treated. Whether they are admitted to the medical unit, the psychiatric unit or released home is determined by a consultation between 2 physicians and the mental health professional after the interview and physical exam are completed.

Depends, if the police were involved, they may put a mental health hold or watch on the person.

Normally a family member will request it.

Thanks Everyone! :)

The previous post was from a friend, and she was wanting to know for the record :)

But I have myself had a history of being depressed/suicidal. These last couple of days I have been feeling not the occasional "blues" but really down, I have been feeling some suicidal, wanting to cut extremely bad, I don't know how to exactly tell it either, I know my parents won't do anything, I don't need therapy. I just need some help! Im tired of feeling suicidal, and where its gotten to the point of me wanting to do it! Please help!