Self-harm, somatic disorders and mortality in the 3 years following a hospitalisation in psychiatry in adolescents and young adults

Conclusions The first 3 years following psychiatric hospital admission of young people is a period of high risk for self-harm, somatic disorders and premature mortality. Clinical implications Attention to these negative outcomes urgently needs to be incorporated in aftercare policies.
Source: Evidence-Based Mental Health - Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Tags: Open access Student mental health Source Type: research