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Civil Commitment: An Ongoing Debate
In this blog post, we will be discussing the ethical and practical implications of civil commitment facilities through the perspective of Taisa Carvalho Mick, a former Mental Health Therapist in a Kansas Civil Commitment Facility. Taisa addresses questions, concerns, and provides additional information on the topic, expressing her personal views and experiences.
Personal Views and Experiences
Taisa starts off by introducing herself and expressing her personal views on sexual abuse, stating that she does not condone sexual abuse or any form of sexual violence. She emphasizes the need to question the practices of civil commitment and the negative impact it has on individuals and their families. Taisa shares her first-hand experiences from working in these facilities and voices her opposition to civil commitment, highlighting the unconstitutional practices and unethical treatment of patients.
The Role of Civil Commitment and Its Effects
Taisa discusses the research that shows how civil commitment and sex offense laws do not effectively keep society safe and instead contribute to stigmatizing a specific group of people. She questions the need for civil commitment and suggests that the resources invested in these facilities could be better utilized in prevention efforts, education, and other resources. She highlights the collateral consequences of civil commitment, such as the negative impact on successful reintegration and an increasing risk of recidivism.
The Need for Ethical Treatment and Equal Rights
Taisa advocates for ethical treatment, equal rights, and the importance of compassion in therapy. She questions the media portrayal of individuals involved in sex offenses and highlights the complexity of human beings, stating that everyone deserves respect and equal treatment. She observes the negative influence of the media in perpetuating stereotypes and stigmatization of sex offenders, emphasizing the need for a more nuanced and compassionate portrayal.
The Role of Physicians and Medical Ethics
Taisa touches on the ethical implications of civil commitment, noting that physicians have a duty to prioritize the principle of nonmaleficence and respect patients' autonomy. She questions the role of medical authority in civil commitment and the potential for abuse of power. Taisa emphasizes the importance of ethical guidelines and the need for transparency and accountability in the civil commitment process.
Conclusion
Taisa concludes by standing by her belief that civil commitment facilities are unethical and calls on professionals to recognize the harm and take action against it. She appreciates her viewers for their time and urges them to reflect on the issues discussed.
RESOURCES
https://www.house.mn.gov/comm/docs/cmQGz54EG0SwWJK3j7ebGw.pdf
Here are the links to the series
Here are the links to the series:
Part 1 (7:14): https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2023/11/01/msop-moose-lake-behind-barbed-wire/
Part 2 (7:49): https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2023/11/02/msop-moose-lake-behind-barbed-wire-pt-2/
Part 3 (7:59): https://www.northernnewsnow.com/2023/11/03/msop-moose-lake-behind-barbed-wire-part-3/
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