Aspects and causes of compulsory hospitalization in psychiatry beds

This article presents results of a research that aimed to identify the understanding of health professionals who work in general hospitals and have psychiatric beds, about compulsory hospitalization. The nature of the research was qualitative and an interview was used as a technique for data collection, with questions directed to knowledge about the researched subject. Participated in the study, professionals responsible for Psychiatric Wards installed in hospitals located in the Health Region of the Far West of Santa Catarina, with training in Psychology, Nursing and Social Work. The study reinforced the need for Permanent Education to take care of the demand in Mental Health. He noted that the main causes of compulsory hospitalizations are caused by chemical dependency and chronic mental illness. Hospitalizations for outbreaks, according to reports, happen due to the risk of life for the patient and threatens society. Participants’ concern was observed in maintaining a welcoming environment surrounded by professional care for patients who require compulsory hospitalization. The importance of the role of the family, support of public policies and the assistance of trained multidisciplinary teams stood out, as well as the strengthening of the Psychosocial Care Network in the process of treating the disease and maintaining the health of patients undergoing compulsory hospitalization.