I can completely see why this ladies actions were annoying. But, from what you post it sounds like she has Borderline Personality Disorder, and so it really is part of her illness.. Plus, when bouncing around MH services, you quite quickly learn that the more you "act out" the more attention you get - ie, the more treatment you get. I will, again, voice my cry for more Crisis Housing. Chances are, this lady didn't need to be sectioned, or even in hospital, but needed someone to take her pain seriously.. crisis housing is perfect for that. But they just so rarely receive funding. There is one opening in Barnet soon, which has the makings of a great service.