The Alaska Application for 48-Hour Emergency Commitment is a legal document used by mental health professionals to initiate an involuntary commitment for an individual who is thought to be a danger to themselves or others. This document allows for an individual to be held in a secure facility for up to 48 hours for further evaluation and treatment. It is typically used for individuals who are in need of immediate mental health assistance and are not capable of making responsible decisions for themselves. There are two types of Alaska Application for 48-Hour Emergency Commitment: 1. The Application for Emergency Detention (AED) — This document is used when the individual is thought to be an imminent danger to themselves or others. 2. The Application for Emergency Evaluation (AEE) — This document is used when the individual is thought to be in need of immediate mental health evaluation and treatment, but is not an imminent danger to themselves or others.