Abstract
Improving mental health policy in the case of schizophrenia in Thailand: evidence-based information for efficient solutions
Highlights
This study aimed to provide policy makers with important information with regard to care of schizophrenia patients in Thailand
The prevalence of schizophrenia at ages 15-59 in the Thai population was 8.8 per 1,000 with a male to female ratio of 1.1
The annual cost of schizophrenia was estimated to be THB 87,000 per person with indirect costs (73%) as the main cost contributed
Summary
It aimed to (a) estimate the economic burden of schizophrenia; (b) identify prioritized and effective schizophrenia treatments; and c) explore patients’ and clinicians’ perspective of schizophrenia outcomes
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