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Research Paper | Psychiatry | India | Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024 | Popularity: 5.3 / 10
Effect of Seasonal Change on the Admission of Patients with Schizophrenia in a Tertiary Care Center: A Retrospective Cross - Sectional Observational Study
Dr. Rajani Verma, Dr. Deepti M Bhatt, Dr. Vishal Damani
Abstract: Background: Since the 18th century, seasonal patterns in symptom severity and hospitalization have been seen in patients with schizophrenia [1]. It may be due to climatic conditions and their effect on biological pathways. In this study we aimed to evaluate the effect of seasonal change on admission of patients with schizophrenia in a tertiary care center. Methods: It is a retrospective, cross - sectional observational study. Patients included in study were diagnosed as having schizophrenia as per DSM 5 with history of hospitalization in the past 3 years. Seasonal distribution of patient?s admission was done as per Indian Meteorological Department designation. The data were collected and analysis of monthly admission rates of patients was done. Difference in seasonal annual admission rates and factors affecting it were analyzed. Results: Maximum number of participants were of age group (31 - 60) years i. e.68.2% which was significantly more than other groups (p<0.05). In total 68.3% admissions were of men which was significantly more than women (p<0.05). Statistically significant difference was found between population of rural (59.8%) and urban area (40.2%) (p<0.05). More admissions were seen in the summer season i. e.35.2% of total population as compared to other seasons (p<0.05). Conclusion: Significant seasonal variation is present among admissions of patients with schizophrenia. More admissions were present in the summer season of male patients having the age group 31 - 60 years and residents of rural areas.
Keywords: Schizophrenia, seasonality, admissions, biological rhythm
Edition: Volume 13 Issue 7, July 2024
Pages: 292 - 295
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/MR24705123604
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