Improving early detection of mental disorders & emergencies in resource-limited prison systems: development of a structured screening and risk stratification instrument in Indonesia - Scorecard - MDSpire

Improving early detection of mental disorders & emergencies in resource-limited prison systems: development of a structured screening and risk stratification instrument in Indonesia

  • By

  • Natalia Widiasih Raharjanti

  • Corine de Ruiter

  • Adhitya Sigit Ramadianto

  • Monika Kristi Levania

  • Aisha Emilirosy Roekman

  • Claudia Gunawan

  • Dyta Ghezhanny William

  • Natasya Reina

  • Grady Krisandi

  • July 2, 2026

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Clinical Scorecard: Enhancing Early Identification of Mental Health Disorders and Crises in Under-Resourced Correctional Facilities: Creation of a Systematic Screening and Risk Assessment Tool in Indonesia

At a Glance

CategoryDetail
ConditionMental Health Disorders in Correctional Facilities
Key MechanismsDevelopment of a systematic screening tool for early identification of mental health conditions.
Target PopulationInmates in Indonesian correctional facilities
Care SettingCorrectional health care

Key Highlights

  • High prevalence of mental health disorders among Indonesian inmates, exceeding 14.5%.
  • Development of an eight-domain, 27-item screening tool for mental disorders.
  • Need for early identification to prevent acute psychological crises such as suicide.
  • Current tools lack sensitivity and operational definitions for mental health issues.
  • Integration of structured risk stratification and emergency management flowcharts.

Guideline-Based Recommendations

Diagnosis

  • Use of an evidence-based screening tool aligned with DSM-5 criteria.

Management

  • Implementation of the STAIR model for systematic mental health care.

Monitoring & Follow-up

  • Continuous evaluation of inmates' mental health symptoms over time.

Risks

  • Inadequate risk assessments leading to inappropriate cell placements and increased violence.

Patient & Prescribing Data

Inmates with mental health disorders in Indonesia.

Need for trained personnel to manage mental health crises effectively.

Clinical Best Practices

  • Conduct universal screenings with validated instruments.
  • Ensure clear operational definitions and observable indicators in screening tools.
  • Integrate mental health assessments into broader correctional health practices.

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