On Thursday, March 6, I was diagnosed as bipolar. I was diagnosed by a psychiatrist who had seen me only for one hour after deciding I was bipolar. I asked for, repeatedly, a lawyer, a second opinion, and to speak with my family. I was calm, peaceful and noviolent.
I was handcuffed as I lay flacid, not moving a muscle or uttering a word. I was brought to a mental hospital and NEVER recieved a lawyer after 5 days in the hospital. I was also told at the college counseling center (SUNY New Paltz) that I was diagnosed that I was not able to contact my parents.
What were/are my rights? What should/could I have done? Why was I brought in handcuffs if I was not arrested?
Please help. Thank you.
I am not looking to sue anyone, just ensure that this does NOT happen again to any 20 year old kid who is not educated on his/her rights. Thank you.
I was handcuffed as I lay flacid, not moving a muscle or uttering a word. I was brought to a mental hospital and NEVER recieved a lawyer after 5 days in the hospital. I was also told at the college counseling center (SUNY New Paltz) that I was diagnosed that I was not able to contact my parents.
What were/are my rights? What should/could I have done? Why was I brought in handcuffs if I was not arrested?
Please help. Thank you.
I am not looking to sue anyone, just ensure that this does NOT happen again to any 20 year old kid who is not educated on his/her rights. Thank you.