An Exploratory Study about Factors and Outcomes Associated with the Experience of Coercive Measures in Mental Health Settings.

Coercive measures are commonly used in mental health settings despite their negative effects. The subjective experience of coercion varies widely, and its short- and long-term health impacts are not well understood. This study aimed to analyze the association between different types of coercive measures experienced during psychiatric hospitalization, the subjective experience of coercion, and both short- and long-term health outcomes.

Factors Associated with Hospital Readmission in a Population with a Diagnosis of Personality Disorder.

Background: Hospital readmissions of users with personality disorders are frequent and represent a high personal and economic cost for health systems. This study aimed to identify risk factors associated with readmission in this population, examining sociodemographic and clinical variables.

Methods: A retrospective observational study was conducted, using electronic records.