The analysis of hospital discharges for mood disorders in South Korea shows a fluctuating trend from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, the number of hospital discharges stood at 71.9 per hundred thousand persons. Over the last two years, there was a notable recovery: with a 17.01% increase in 2022 followed by a 4.51% rise in 2023. However, the long-term view from 2018 to 2023 indicates a relatively stable growth with a 5-year CAGR of 0.59%.
Looking ahead, the forecasted data from 2024 onwards suggests a steady increase in hospital discharges for mood disorders, culminating in a projected 75.1 discharges per hundred thousand persons by 2028. This forecast period expects a 3.44% growth with an annual average increase rate (CAGR) of 0.68%.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in mental health policy, the impact of socio-economic factors, and advances in telemedicine which could influence hospitalization rates. Additionally, the continuous monitoring of the post-pandemic mental health landscape will be crucial in understanding long-term patterns.
