Order unanimously affirmed without costs.
Memorandum:
Family Court properly terminated respondent's parental rights pursuant to Social Services Law § 384-b (4) (c) by reason of mental illness. Contrary to the contention of respondent, the court-appointed psychiatrist could properly form an opinion concerning the inability of respondent to provide adequate care for his child due to his mental illness. The psychiatrist based his opinion on an interview...
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