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    This study describes a specialized hospital ward for patients with aggressive or disturbed behavior, including those with forensic reasons. The unit provided medium security observation and treatment, facilitating long-term care decisions.

    Area of Science:

    • Psychiatry
    • Forensic Psychiatry
    • Hospital Management

    Background:

    • A specialized ward was established to manage patients exhibiting aggressive, suicidal, or disturbed behaviors.
    • Patients were referred from various sources including police, courts, and other hospital wards.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To describe the function and patient population of a specialized medium secure unit.
    • To evaluate the role of the ward in providing observation and treatment for complex behavioral needs.

    Main Methods:

    • The ward operated as a medium secure unit, admitting both sexes.
    • Staff included nurses, medical teams, occupational therapists, and clinical psychologists.
    • Patient data from the first 100 admissions were analyzed.

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    Main Results:

    • A significant portion of patients (one-third) were admitted for forensic reasons.
    • Twelve patients were discharged to long-term facilities for disturbed patients.
    • The unit provided short-term accommodation for observation and treatment planning.

    Conclusions:

    • The specialized ward successfully provided a necessary service for patients with complex behavioral and forensic needs.
    • The unit secured its status as a special unit with ongoing hospital support.
    • The multidisciplinary team approach ensured comprehensive patient care and decision-making.