The forecast indicates that hospital discharges for mental and behavioral disorders due to the use of other psychoactive substances in Germany are expected to gradually rise from 94.91 thousand in 2024 to 98.39 thousand in 2028. As of 2023, this figure stood at approximately 94 thousand. The year-on-year increase is roughly 0.93%. Over the five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is around 0.9%, suggesting a steady upward trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impact of new health policies targeting substance abuse interventions.
Changes in socio-economic factors influencing substance use patterns.
Evolution of new psychoactive substances affecting discharge rates.