Patient Experiences of Patient-Initiated Brief Admission in Psychiatric Care: A Systematic Review.

ABSTRACT: Patient-initiated brief admission (PIBA) is an innovative psychiatric care intervention that gives patients the autonomy to initiate a short admission (approximately 1-3 days) to psychiatric inpatient care. This intervention is structured around a mutual agreement between the patient and their care provider that outlines the specific structure and content of their care. Unlike regular psychiatric admissions, healthcare professionals do not review the patient's decision for admission during PIBA. Similar interventions have been developed globally to reduce the need for long inpatient admissions and compulsory care by enhancing patient autonomy, promoting active participation in care, and empowering patients to recognise early signs of mental health deterioration. The objective of this syste

SUBMITTER: Varna E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11771678 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature