Some have described a “gradual transition” from drug resistance to developing a “therapeutic alliance” with ACT teams. Patients were involved in the drug choice process: they said they were asked which antipsychotic drug they preferred and were given guidance on the appropriate dosage for themselves. Even where they were still forced to take drugs, they “were listened to” and were therefore more open to treatment. Norway is an example of a country that has noticed the problem of forced medication and worked to improve it. In Norway, CTOs and treatment via ACT do not automatically result in a drug treatment order. Officials need a separate order allowing them to force someone to take drugs. This means they typically give patients the chance to make their own decision before forcing them to take drugs. In the end, the result can be the same. They can force people to take drugs. However, there is a difference; it gives voice to people who are used to not having
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