A Three-Year Analysis of Emergency Response for Psychiatric Crisis Intervention at the Jeonbuk State Mental Health Welfare Center
10.4306/jknpa.2024.63.4.260
- Author:
Jin-Woo HAN
1
;
Seul-Bi LEE
;
Mi Sun KIM
;
Young-Ju SONG
;
Sang-Yeol LEE
Author Information
1. Jeonbuk State Mental Health Welfare Center, Jeonju, Korea
- Publication Type:ORIGINAL ARTICLE
- From:Journal of Korean Neuropsychiatric Association
2024;63(4):260-270
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Objectives:This paper provides evidence for the improvement of the local and national longterm psychiatric emergency response system by analyzing emergency response cases for psychiatric crisis intervention conducted over three years at the Jeonbuk State Mental Health Welfare Center.
Methods:From August 1, 2020, to December 31, 2023, 314 cases of emergency response for psychiatric crisis intervention were analyzed. The analysis included factors such as gender, age, marital status, location, classification of psychiatric crises, referral pathways, intervention response time, counseling history, location of intervention, types of mental health issues, types of suicidal issues, psychiatric treatment history, suicide plans and attempts, outcomes of major interventions, levels of depression, alcohol consumption, and suicidal behavior.
Results:The emergency response for psychiatric crisis intervention had a higher proportion of suicide counseling compared to general mental health emergencies, and most cases were referred through administrative agencies such as the police and fire department. The majority of intervention targets were first-time counselees, classified as high-risk individuals because of depression, alcohol consumption, and suicidal behavior, and either discontinued or were maintaining medication treatment.
Conclusion:This study illustrated the major role of emergency response in psychiatric crisis intervention and the need for strengthening networks with police, fire departments, and relevant agencies, and improving the treatment of care staff and public awareness. In addition, this study provides evidence for predicting risk factors and offering preventive and preemptive measures.
