Psychosis vs Schizophrenia: Understanding the Differences
People often use the words "psychosis" and "schizophrenia" to mean the same thing. But they are not the…
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Understanding Psychosis: Causes, Symptoms, and What to Expect
People often get psychosis wrong when it comes to mental health problems. The media often makes it sound…
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Marijuana and Psychosis: What You Need to Know
As more states move toward legalizing marijuana for both medical and recreational use, the conversation about its use…
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Understanding Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD): A Complete Guide
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) are conditions that affect a person's intellectual functioning, adaptive behavior, and overall development.…
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A Comprehensive Guide to Guardianship and Special Needs Planning in Arizona
It can be hard to be a parent to someone with special needs, especially when you have to…
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How to Prepare for Dementia: Legal and Practical Steps for Families in Arizona
When dementia becomes part of your family’s reality—whether it’s a distant possibility or an immediate concern—it’s natural to…
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Guardianship vs. Custody: What’s the Difference and How Does It Work?
It can be hard to understand the laws that govern caregiving and deal with them emotionally. If you…
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Understanding Special Needs Trusts in Arizona: What They Are and Why They Matter
It can be hard to know what kind of legal and financial help your disabled loved one needs.…
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The Complete Guide to Legal Guardianship: What It Means and How to Get It
The best defense for someone who is unable to make wise decisions for themselves due to old age,…
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How to Get Legal Guardianship of a Parent: A Step-by-Step Guide
Some parents may find that as they get older they are unable to make wise or safe decisions…
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A Legal Guide to Alzheimer’s Guardianship: What Families Need to Know
The difficulties associated with a loved one's Alzheimer's diagnosis transcend only memory loss. People often discover as their…
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What Is Civil Commitment? Understanding the Basics of Involuntary Mental Health Treatment
Civil commitment may be required to protect the welfare and well-being of someone experiencing a severe mental health…
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Understanding Medical vs. Mental Health Power of Attorney: What You Need to Know
Even if you cannot communicate directly, powers of attorney play a crucial role in the planning of future…
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Senate Bill 1604: A Landmark Reform for Arizona’s Mental Health System in 2025
In a significant stride toward improving Arizona’s mental health system, Senate Bill 1604 (SB1604), signed into law by…
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How to Find an Estate Planning Attorney
What do estate planning attorneys do? Estate planning attorneys collaborate with their clients—and, on occasion, tax professionals and…
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Does Medical Power of Attorney Cover Mental Health in Arizona?
It's a good idea to plan ahead for healthcare decisions, including the chance that you won't be able…
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Can You Set Up a Trust Without an Attorney?
One of the best ways to protect your assets, keep your loved ones safe, and avoid probate is…
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Navigating the Involuntary Commitment Process
Background: Arizona, like every other state, has a process through which a person may be involuntarily committed. And…
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Psychiatric Boarding: How Some AZ Hospitals Misuse the Law to Involuntarily Detain Patients
This information was originally posted on the Frazer Ryan Goldberg & Arnold LLP website in June 2017. INVOLUNTARY…
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Arizona’s Four Grounds for Involuntary Commitment
Background: Unfortunately, there are times when an individual becomes so ill that dangerous situations are created. Often, those…
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The Arnold v. Sarn Ouroboros
This article was originally published in the September 2021 issue of the Arizona Attorney Magazine. John Goss, a…
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Non-Emergency & Emergency Commitment
Non-Emergency Involuntary Commitment Follow this process when there is no immediate danger, but there is a history of…
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Arizona’s Broken Mental Health System
This guest editorial was originally published in the March 22, 2018 issue of the Arizona Capital Times EXISTING…
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Does Drug Use Preclude the Involuntary Commitment Process?
A Client Example Recently a client came to our office with a very common problem. Her name was…
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Scheduling a consultation with a mental health attorney is the first step toward getting the guidance and support that you and your family needs.