“…In this paper, coercive treatment refers to compulsory admissions in crisis situations and court ordered admissions in both psychiatric hospitals and the community. Although the number of coercive treatments increased, it still can be seen as a highly controversial issue (Seo et al 2013). There is consensus among scholars that these treatments need to be limited because they entail a loss of ownership or control over the situation and are a profound experience for individuals infringing their fundamental rights (O'Brien & Golding 2003, De Stefano & Ducci 2008, Landeweer et al 2009, Roskes 2009, De Jong & Schout 2010, Katsakou et al 2010.…”