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Section 95 - Mental Healthcare Act, 2017
95. Prohibited procedures.-
(1) Notwithstanding anything contained in this Act, the following treatments shall not be performed on any person with mental illness-
(a) electro-convulsive therapy without the use of muscle relaxants and anaesthesia;
(b) electro-convulsive therapy for minors;
(c) sterilisation of men or women, when such sterilisation is intended as a treatment for mental illness;
(d) chained in any manner or form whatsoever.
(2) Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (1), if, in the opinion of psychiatrist in charge of a minor's treatment, electro-convulsive therapy is required, then, such treatment shall be done with the informed consent of the guardian and prior permission of the concerned Board.
Related Sections
- Section 108: Punishment for contravention of provisions of the Act or rules or regulations made thereunder
- Section 19: Right to community living
- Section 82: Powers and functions of Board
- Section 85: Admission of person with mental illness as independent patient in mental health establishment
- Section 77: Applications to Board
Related Acts
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