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Palito Ortega Says Son Martín Remains Hospitalized With Temporary Leaves

The family frames the court-ordered care as the turning point in his recovery.

Overview

  • In a new TV interview, Ortega said his 56-year-old son is still in a psychiatric clinic and "at times is at home" on authorized outings.
  • Martín was admitted in late April after a 911 call and a judge's order that cited potential danger to himself or others.
  • Julieta Ortega has said the hospitalization was a family decision that they consider the best path despite a long recovery.
  • Relatives report he is improving, has cooperated with treatment from the start, and his mother now visits reassured by his progress.
  • Julieta has called for a review of Argentina's Mental Health Law, arguing many people struggling with addiction cannot self-admit.