Some people need to be admitted into a hospital to get care and treatment for complex and serious mental health concerns.
What are inpatient mental health services?
Many people with mental illnesses do not need hospital services and can use outpatient services. But there are times that people with mental illness need hospital care. Inpatient services can help people with:
- Depression
- Schizophrenia
- Bipolar disorder
- Other co-occurring disorders
Constant care and treatment
Hospitalized behavioral health patients are treated in an environment that reduces stress from everyday life, so they can focus on recovery. Inpatient mental health services may be recommended by a provider if someone:
- Has a sudden mental health crisis
- Needs immediate and constant attention during recovery
- May harm oneself or others
Inpatient mental health services
People admitted as a hospital patient for mental health care can receive:
- Evaluation
- Therapy/counseling
- Stabilization
- Emergency care
- Access to 24/7 monitoring and care
- Treatment planning
Spring Harbor Hospital
Spring Harbor Hospital (SHH) is part of the MaineHealth system of care. Set on 50 private acres, SHH is southern Maine's only private psychiatric treatment and recovery center.
