Psychiatric in-patient care in England: as safe as it can be? An examination of in-patient suicide between 2009 and 2020

CONCLUSIONS: In-patient suicide has significantly fallen since 2009, suggesting patient safety may have improved. The recent slowdown in the fall in rates, however, highlights that renewed preventative efforts are needed. These should include a greater focus on women, younger and older patients, and those with affective disorder. Careful reviews prior to granting leave are important to ensure a safe transition into the community.PMID:38213183 | DOI:10.1017/S0033291723003628

Source: Psychological Medicine - January 12, 2024 Category: Psychiatry Authors: Isabelle M Hunt Alison Baird Pauline Turnbull Saied Ibrahim Jenny Shaw Louis Appleby Nav Kapur Source Type: research