Britney Officially on Psychiatric Hold

46. It's really good that Spears is now in care, and can finally begin the process of healing. Her parents are the ones that have her best interests at heart, not her so-called friends, like Osama lufti. Federline should have some feedback in this also, since he is the father of Spears's 2 young sons and has full custody of them. And Federline and Spears's parents have been a team for ages now. Long may it stay that way. Family teamwork is the best way to go, and will probably give Spears the best shot at recovery. I wish them the best of luck.

Verizon sucks!

Posted at 9:06AM on Jan 31st 2008 by Sandeana

47. Sam Lufti should most definitely not be in charge of her care. He has hidden agendas of his own, i'm sure. Jamie & Lynn Spears in charge? Another poor choice . Adnan is just along for the ride. Britney's most recent problems most likely stem from custody and family matters. Adan could be a good guy for Brit, but alas, he probably has a hidden agenda somewhere up there in his head. Who can you trust?

Posted at 9:18AM on Jan 31st 2008 by C

48. The only one that wants attention is Britney, who even cares anymore? She is a JOKE! She is OLD news and its time to move on without her stealing ALL the headlines. It's not even worth reading anymore! She needs to do all of us a favor and just disappear.

Posted at 9:16AM on Jan 31st 2008 by walt

49. THE JUDGE SHOULD KEEP HER THERE FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE!!! SHE IS MENTALLY ILL!!! NOT A LAUGHING MATTER!!! KEEP THOSE HOWARD STERNS AWAY FROM HER!!! BLOOD IS THICKER THAN WATER!!!!

Posted at 9:18AM on Jan 31st 2008 by arriana

50. Psychiatric help is lifetime, baby! Not a 2 week affair! If she has a psychiatric problem it's possible meds will only do so much.

Posted at 9:08AM on Jan 31st 2008 by ME

51. I've gone from gleefully watching Brit's decline from pop-stardom to being genuinely concerned for her. Seeing another human being unraveling and rushing headlong into self-destruction is unsettling. What's worse is the fact that it has become entertainment for the lowest common denominator of American society.

Posted at 9:08AM on Jan 31st 2008 by ren

52. YAWN!

Posted at 9:08AM on Jan 31st 2008 by I'm not dead yet

53. Hey you, the jerk who thinks no one is bipolar. You're wrong. I know, I've lived it. And Britany looks like how it
started for me, and it's only going to get worse if untreated.

The meds for mania have a real effect, they're not a placeabo. I know within hours if I've forgotten mine because
things start going massively wrong.

You're not a doctor or even a nurse, so don't go acting like you know what's going on. What did you do, change the sheets or something?

Posted at 9:10AM on Jan 31st 2008 by bipolar kid

54. As a professional who not only works with those with bipolar but also has family members with the disease, I know it is not an easy road for anyone and it always "looks" pretty bad until the designated patient and family gets their treatments in place. I do hope that not only will Brittany's children be protected but that she herself can be from the awful things that are not only being done but being said about this terrible situation as it really requires that we all, not just fans, send her and her whole family supportive comments, thoughts, and prayers rather than mean and critical ones. This could very well happen to any one of us, famous or not. Fame does not really take away our human weaknesses no matter how much we think it does. Perhaps Brittany can, with her fame, advocate for those with mental illness. She is certainly in a very blessed position to raise above this and do a lot of good for others after she does it for herself. I wish her the best guidance that the universe has in store for her.

Posted at 9:08AM on Jan 31st 2008 by An unfamous therapist in the woods of the midwest.

55. Well i'm glad she's getting help but seriously like weathered said in a previous comment get out of california. For her sanity with everyone following every move she makes it would make me go insane that's the price you get for being famous these days sad but true. Makes you wonder if she strives on this attention. Like other stars they moved over seas or elsewhere were they can have a somewhat of a "normal" life. Hopefully she gets better for the sake of her kids poor kids now they will be under a microscope.

Posted at 9:08AM on Jan 31st 2008 by tallapital

56. Paging Dr. Phil. Dr. Phil to psychiatric.

Posted at 9:08AM on Jan 31st 2008 by zekedog

57. After years in the psych field, she needs a court appointed guardian. All her hangers on are after money and fame. Mental illness cannot be "cured" in 72 hrs. She needs someone objective to overlook her health, money and life right now. I took custody of my niece because decisions needed to be made without wondering how people would perceive me. Life is hard, and now she needs to learn to deal with it head on, whether it is meds, therapy or commitment, just get the leeches away now. Should the 72 hr hold keep all them away? I know when I sent my niece to pysch, she had no contact with the outside world for 72 hrs.

Posted at 9:13AM on Jan 31st 2008 by raising a bipolar child

58. NYgirl # 41. There is a lot of onflicting information in the tmz stories. Why was Lynn upset when the "plan" was set in motion. Some articles say that Britney's family hatched the plan, some say her family, lawyers and LAPD, some say it was all Lufti's idea. What is the real deal? In any event, I'm glad Britney's family is with her and hope they stick it out. LUFTI SHOULD GET LOST! Pray for Britney and her entire family"

My response: I couldn't agree with your observations more.

I am now very suspect of Sam Lufti. It sounds like he is the one leaking information to the media. The man had 3 restraining orders taken out against him in LA; unsuspecting people he manipulated and tried to control. And, the whole View interview was spooky too. He is in no position to be making public comments about Brit, and it should have been a medical professional instead. That is what high profile people do......have professionals release comments and statements on their behalf.

Where the hell has this man come from out of no where that has taken control of her life on every level; manager, PR person, body guard, driver, personal assistant, etc etc etc. And, now the man proclaiming himself to be the person calling the shots with her medical treatments. Kfed was correct in proclaiming Sam to be a person of questionable character and motive; while in court last week.

And, that motive is not concern for Brit, but latching onto a meal ticket and having at her millions!!!!

Posted at 9:09AM on Jan 31st 2008 by Elle

59. Oh please. She will do anything to stay in the spotlight. The second it veers away from her, she does something stupid to bring it back. It's been all about Heath Ledger's death for the past week so she has to come up with something to compete with that. You can't compete with real talent Britney. It's over. Find a new occupation.

Posted at 9:10AM on Jan 31st 2008 by StupidGirl

60.
Sounds like Britney signed an "Advance Psychiatric Directive" that authorized Sam to make decisions on her behalf for mental health care if she were to become incpacitated.

The catch on this is that she had to be of "sound mind" when she signed the directive and not in crisis ~ by all news accounts she's been in crisis mode for months.

Hopefully the courts will void this directive!!

Posted at 9:12AM on Jan 31st 2008 by Been There ~ Had To Do This!