Advance statements, originally designed for situations of terminal illness, are becoming increasingly relevant in psychiatry. This article examines their background, rationale and use in old age psychiatry. The difference between advance statements and advance directives is highlighted, and different roles are suggested for each. We discuss the advantages, and the possible limitations, of advance statements, including the unique issue of the Mental Health Act 1983.
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