This questionnaire is for those who have a family member who has been hospitalized for serious mental illness (e.g., schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, etc.). Your input will help clarify our advocacy efforts.

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* 1. When did you first become aware that your loved one had a serious mental illness?

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* 2. Where was your loved one when you first noticed symptoms?

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* 3. Please briefly describe the circumstances that led to the first hospitalization (e.g., exhibiting delusions, suicidal thoughts, threatening behaviour, etc.)

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* 4. Approximately how many times was your loved one in hospital?

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* 5. Under what conditions was your loved one taken to or held at hospital? Check all applicable answers.

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* 6. Was your loved one placed on a Community Treatment Order (CTO) following hospitalization?

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* 7. How important was the involuntary hospitalization or treatment (including CTO if applicable) in your loved one's recovery?

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* 8. What do you think the outcome might have been if involuntary treatment wasn't available?

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* 9. Would you be willing to be contacted for more information? Your name and contact information will be kept confidential. Thanks for your input!

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