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Comparison of the therapeutic effects of open psychiatric wards for patients with depression: a meta-analysis

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  • Pingan Ni

  • Peiling Yao

  • Kaili Zhu

  • June 12, 2026

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    Open psychiatric wards show better outcomes for depression symptoms compared to closed wards, with significant differences in SDS and HAMD scores.

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    Patients in open wards demonstrate higher treatment adherence than those in closed wards, indicating a positive impact on patient engagement.

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    No significant difference was found in clinical response rates between open and closed psychiatric wards, suggesting similar effectiveness in this aspect.

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    The study highlights the importance of considering national contexts and ward management models when interpreting treatment outcomes.

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    Future research should focus on high-quality, multicenter studies to further assess the efficacy and safety of open psychiatric wards.

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Comparison of the therapeutic effects of open psychiatric wards for patients with depression: a meta-analysis

  • by Pingan Ni, Peiling Yao, Kaili Zhu

  • June 12, 2026

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