Psychiatric Advance Directives
Learn about psychiatric advance directives, how they apply to estate planning, and their significance in documenting mental health treatment preferences.
How do psychiatric advance directives fit into estate planning?
Psychiatric advance directives can be integrated into estate planning to express preferences for mental health treatment in case of future incapacitation. These directives provide a way to communicate your treatment choices, and appoint a mental healthcare proxy, ensuring clarity and respect for your preferences. Including them in your estate plan can help guide family members and healthcare providers during periods when you're unable to make decisions due to mental health crises. By formalizing these instructions, you create a comprehensive plan that respects your autonomy and considers your long-term well-being.
