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what are the options ? in reference to drug user?

My niece is 25 has been in rehab 4 times in two years, has no custody of her 2 kids(thank god) , signs herself out of rehab or just plain sneaks out.Is a cocaine and meth user and has now turned to prostitution. Has gone from 135 to 90 pounds. Is there anything legally a parent can do, since this would be her next of kin ? Can she be committed to prevent herself from harm ? Shes also tried suicide three weeks ago be slashing her wrists.She Lives in Louisiana, so the laws here have to apply.Any serious suggestions that are full proof and keeps her in rehab or a hospital ?

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  • ?
    Lv 7
    1 decade ago
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    Slashing her wrists is a clear sign that she is a danger to herself. Still, it is an uphill battle to have someone involuntarily committed.

    Mental Health Law in Louisiana:

    http://www.dhh.louisiana.gov/offices/publications/...

    A case to show how that law may be interpreted:

    http://www.lacoa2.org/Opinions%20PDF/42899ca.pdf

  • 1 decade ago

    I'm not equipped to actually answer your question, however I did find this website for you. You should contact them and ask them for advise as they will be trained to help or able to point you in the right direction.

    http://www.mhal.org/

    "Mental Health America of Louisiana is the state affiliate of the country's oldest and largest nonprofit addressing all aspects of mental health and well-being."

  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago

    there are no options

    get over it

    she does what she wants

    get out of her way

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