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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Psychiatry
  • Mental Health Services Research
  • Patient Satisfaction Studies

Background:

  • Limited research exists on the perspectives of individuals in forensic psychiatric hospitals.
  • Understanding patient views is crucial for improving care in secure mental health settings.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess consumer satisfaction levels among forensic inpatients.
  • To identify specific areas for enhancement in forensic psychiatric care.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of 541 consumer surveys collected over 11 years.
  • Quantitative and qualitative methods were employed to analyze survey data.

Main Results:

  • Most forensic inpatients felt their views were valued and that staff provided adequate support.
  • A majority reported feeling safe and respected regarding their culture and spirituality.
  • Areas identified for improvement included staff attitudes.

Conclusions:

  • Forensic inpatient care demonstrates a reasonably high level of patient satisfaction over an extended period.
  • Regular consumer satisfaction surveys are valuable for guiding improvements in forensic mental health services.