Trends in Hospital Admissions for Suicide Attempts in Spain (2016–2023)
Keywords:
suicide attempt, Hospital, Spain, Cost of illnessAbstract
Introduction: Suicide represents a major public health problem, with an increasing impact on healthcare services.
Objective: To analyse trends and characteristics of hospital admissions for suicide attempts in Spain between 2016 and 2023.
Method: Ecological study based on secondary data sources. Variables related to admissions, temporal trends, sociodemographic characteristics, mortality, length of stay and mean cost were analysed.
Results: A sustained increase in hospital admissions was observed, with differences by sex, age and region, alongside a reduction in lethality.
Conclusion: There is an increasing demand for healthcare services and a need for care strategies tailored to specific risk profiles.
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