In 2023, hospital discharges for mental and behavioral disorders in Canada stood at 699.1 units per hundred thousand persons. Over the last few years, the trend saw varied year-on-year changes: from a significant increase of 17.28% in 2013 to minor fluctuations and brief declines in subsequent years. Notably, from 2020 to 2021, there was a recovery, with discharges increasing by 4.56%. However, the growth trend softened closer to 2023 with a smaller 0.94% rise. The five-year CAGR leading up to 2023 was relatively modest at 0.77%, indicating stabilizing figures over time.
Looking ahead, the forecasted hospital discharges are expected to continue experiencing slight growth, reaching 716.7 units per hundred thousand persons by 2028. The five-year forecast CAGR is projected at 0.35%, reflecting a continued gradual increase in discharge rates. This outlook suggests a stable but slow rise in hospitalizations, requiring monitoring of underlying factors such as mental health service accessibility and societal stressors.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Impact of healthcare policy changes on mental health services
- Socio-economic conditions influencing mental health
- Advances in mental health treatments and interventions
- Changes in public awareness and stigma surrounding mental health issues
