Table 5.

Indications for inpatient therapy

When there is persistent and severe suicidal ideation

There is a high risk of self-injurious behavior

When there is risk of harm to others

For diagnostic clarification in patients with complex presentation of psychopathology

In situations where dissociative symptoms are overwhelming and inpatient treatment can expedite recovery

For management of acute crisis situations in patient’s life

Presence of co-morbidities requiring intensive monitoring and treatment

The patient is non-adherent/unresponsive to outpatient treatment and there is worsening of clinical picture

For the development of skills and coping strategies