Profile of female hospitalizations in a psychiatric unit: a critical analysis

Conclusion Knowing the epidemiological profile of female psychiatric hospitalizations provides an opportunity for a differential treatment to be established, since the mental health care of women is multifaceted, complex and intersectional and requires scientific knowledge, as well as an integrated approach to health services. Mental disorders also affect adolescents and pregnant women, and it is essential to know the needs of these populations in order to develop specialized care.
Source: Jornal Brasileiro de Psiquiatria - Category: Psychiatry Source Type: research