Are there any differences between sexes regarding the manifestations of agression in psychiatric patients?

Introduction. Aggressive behavior within psychiatric units poses a complex challenge for both healthcare providers and patients. Understanding the multifaceted nature of aggression is crucial to enhancing therapeutic approaches and ensuring patient safety. This study aims to investigate the manifestations of aggression in psychiatric patients, with a specific focus on potential gender differences. Objective and methods. The study analyzed data from 177 psychiatric patients admitted to a Romanian emergency psychiatric hospital over a four-month period. Demographic factors such as age, gender, educational background, socio-economic status, and clinical history were collected anonymously. Aggressive behavior within the past week was assessed using the Modified Overt Aggression Scale (MOAS). Statistical analyses were conducted to explore potential gender differences in aggression levels. Results. The analysis of our cohort revealed no statistically significant distinctions between males and females with respect to socio-economic variables, including stable housing, relationship status, background environment, and employment status. This finding suggests the absence of gender-related di