The University of Law – Virtual Real World Lecture – How is Mental Health Protected by the Law

Time:
16:00 to 17:00

Join us for a real-world lecture delivered by one of our esteemed tutors from the University of Law and explore how mental health is protected under the law.

This interactive session uses real-life scenarios, live polls, and discussion to break down:

What counts as a mental disorder under the Mental Health Act

The difference between voluntary hospital admission and being sectioned

Your rights in hospital, including family contact, education, and challenging decisions

How human rights safeguard liberty, dignity, and fair treatment

This is a unique chance to learn directly from an expert, understand the law in practice, and gain insights that could shape your studies or future career in law, criminology, or mental health.