Leaving aside the possible family dynamics. The advocate is involved because the MHA provides a legal entitlement to anyone subject to the MHA to be represented by an independent mental health advocate (IMHA). The system is meant to work as an opt out rather than an opt in, so anyone detained on a ward, subject to a community treatment order or guardianship should be offered the option of referral to the appropriate advocacy service for input from an IMHA. If the NR has concerns these can be raised with the advocacy service either informally or formally as a complaint.
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