Table 2 Description of the different profiles based on PMHC journals of SMI-patients that experienced multiple CI’s in the period from 2004–2012
Features profiles | Nature of primary MHC | Continuity of MHC | Event for CI | Nature of CI | Reoccurrence of CI |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Profile 1 ‘CI during continuous MHC’ | Ambulatory | Stable | Signs of decompensation/medication non adherence, public nuisance towards neighbors | Psychological, problems in the social domain | Extended periods without CI |
Profile 2. ‘CI after discharge clinic’ | Clinical | Change in frequency | discharge from institution | Severe, danger for others/themselves | Multiple CI’s until compulsory admission |
Profile 3 ‘CI during unstable MHC’ | Ambulatory addiction | Unstable, few/no contacts, care avoiders | Signs of self neglect | Substance abuse, deterioration | Long periods without CI |