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Limited research is available about the profile of patients referred to such units.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Objective:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>This study aimed to explore the sociodemographic and clinical characteristics of patients referred to Austin Health SECU over a 5-year period in Australia.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>A retrospective study design was used to investigate 121 consecutive referrals. The 98 first-time patient referrals were included in the primary analysis. 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The Median Health of Nations Outcome Scale (HoNOS) was 20 (IQR: 14, 23) and the Life Skills Profile (LSP) was 22.5 (IQR: 16.25, 27).<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Conclusions:<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Referrals showed a high level of psychosocial-physical complexity, with a range of patient needs, service goals, and high psychiatric and interpersonal risk before the referral. The study discusses the need for medium and high-secure beds and a new model of care that integrates Community Care Units (CCU). A trauma-informed approach that creates holistic treatment plans and includes patients and families is indicated. 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