erityislaitokset
Erityislaitokset, meaning special institutions in Finnish, refers to facilities in Finland that house individuals with severe psychiatric disorders or those who have committed serious crimes and are deemed a danger to themselves or others. These institutions operate under a strict legal framework and are primarily responsible for providing intensive psychiatric treatment and security. They are distinct from regular psychiatric hospitals, focusing on patients who require a higher level of containment and specialized care due to the nature of their mental illness or criminal behavior.
The primary goal of an erityislaitos is to ensure public safety while offering the most appropriate and
The classification and operation of erityislaitokset are governed by Finnish mental health and criminal law. These