Clinical and Psychiatric Profile of Patients Treated for Suicidal Behavior in a Reference Psychiatric Emergency Service
Year: 2024
Type: preprint
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Purpose: The Dr. Adolfo de Bezerra de Menezes Hospital (ABMH) is an institute with expertise in mental illnesses and drug addict treatment, a reference in the region of São José do Rio Preto – São Paulo. Following the global trend of devoting greater attention to mental health, this study aims to outline an epidemiological profile of patients attended in the emergency department as well as the inpatients of the institution with suicidal behavior (suicidal ideation and attempts), between 2019 and 2021. Methods: Data was collected from medical records regarding all psychiatric attendances in the Hospital during the period, including outpatient and inpatient admissions with subsequent follow-ups. Results: During this period, 6,809 patients were assessed, of whom 2,891 (42.46%) were male and 3,918 (57.54%) were female. Bipolar disorder was the most prevalent psychiatric disorder (18.86%), followed by substance use (13.6%), alcohol use disorders (9.87%), and schizophrenia (9.66%). Regarding age, a higher rate of attendance was observed among individuals in their third and fourth decades of life, followed by a decline in the fifth decade and a subsequent increase in the subsequent decades of life. Conclusion: It is crucial to understand the demand for mental health services to provide optimal care for patients, ensure the allocation of specific resources to meet these needs, and improve efficiency. By analyzing data on sociodemographic factors such as gender, age, and prevalent illnesses, it is possible to identify potential causes and develop strategies to prevent exacerbations and reduce hospital demand, especially in Brazil, where outpatient services are still insufficient.
Source: Research Square
Language: English
Subfield: Clinical Psychology
Field: Psychology
Domain: Social Sciences
Open Access status: green
OpenAlex ID: W4404330331