Jackie my trev was put on a section 3 and stayed on assesment ward 12.18 months but i have had him back home taking ebixa which has made him more managable for2 1/ 2years or so now, but i dont have young children to consider as you do, but do not be too afraid of the word section, it is just to give them power to help you both. love pam and as regarding cc will work in your favour.