Introduction: Coercion is frequent in clinical practice, particularly in psychiatry. Since it
overrides some fundamental rights of patients (notably their liberty of movement and …

The concept of severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) lacks a consensual definition.
Variations in definitions stem above all from different meanings about the constituent …

Even with optimal treatment, some persons with severe and persistent mental illness do not
achieve a level of mental health, psychosocial functioning and quality of life that is …

Eating disorders (EDs) are complex, multifaceted conditions that significantly impact quality-
of-life, often co-occur with multiple medical and psychiatric diagnoses, and are associated …

Abstract Background Since Belgium legalised euthanasia, the number of performed
euthanasia cases for psychological suffering in psychiatric patients has significantly …

Persons with severe and persistent mental illness (SPMI) make up a vulnerable group within
mental healthcare and society. Not only do they suffer from long-term, serious psychiatric …

Abstract Purpose of Review Palliative care (PC) psychiatry is a growing subspecialty
focusing on improving the mental health of those with serious medical conditions and their …

Many books have been published about physician-assisted death. This book offers a
comprehensive and in-depth examination of that subject, but it also extends the discussion …

Psychologists remain underrepresented in end-of-life care, and there is limited
understanding of their role among healthcare professionals, patients, and caregivers. This …

Some individuals with severe and enduring anorexia nervosa experience dramatically
degraded quality of life in the face of refractory illness and compulsory treatment. We …