The New Mental Health Act: Putting Principles into Practice - Information for Service Users and their Carers

4 What can I do if I don't think the principles are being applied to my care and treatment?

You should discuss your concerns with your mental health officer ( MHO) or RMO. You may want to get some help from an independent advocacy service who can provide support and help you get your views across. The people providing your care and treatment should help you to contact an advocacy service.

You can also contact the Mental Welfare Commission for Scotland. The Commission can provide you with free information and advice. If they think that the principles are not being applied in your case they can take this up with the people providing your care. Contact details for the Commission can be found on page 9 of this leaflet.