To assess the level of acceptance of the disease and attitudes towards pharmacological treatment in patients hospitalized in forensic psychiatry departments, and to analyze the relationship between these variables and the length of hospitalization, highlighting the significance of these relationships.
Key Findings:
Mean AIS score was 28, indicating moderate to good disease acceptance, which suggests a need for tailored therapeutic approaches.
74% of respondents demonstrated a positive attitude towards pharmacological treatment, indicating potential for improved adherence.
No significant correlation between disease acceptance and attitudes toward treatment (p = 0.70), suggesting that other factors may influence these attitudes.
Length of hospitalization did not significantly affect attitudes toward pharmacotherapy (p = 0.317), indicating stability in attitudes over time.
Interpretation:
Patients in forensic psychiatry wards exhibit a medium to high level of disease acceptance and a generally positive attitude towards pharmacotherapy, suggesting the need for individualized therapy approaches to enhance treatment outcomes.
Limitations:
Study conducted in a specific population with legal constraints, limiting generalizability; potential biases should be acknowledged.
Reasons for patient refusal to participate were not analyzed, which could impact the representativeness of the sample.
Conclusion:
The findings highlight the importance of understanding individual patient perspectives in forensic psychiatry to enhance therapeutic cooperation and adherence, emphasizing the need for tailored interventions.
