University Clinic for Psychiatry reports rise in domestic violence stress cases

University Clinic for Psychiatry domestic violence mental health stress disorders Slavica Arsova

The University Clinic for Psychiatry has observed an increase in patients seeking help for psychological stress related to domestic or intimate partner violence. According to a retrospective review of electronic health records from the ‘Moj Termini’ system for the period between January 2025 and July 2026, 101 cases were recorded in the first seven months of 2026, compared to 79 cases throughout the entirety of 2025.

Professor Dr. Slavica Arsova presented these findings during the International Conference on Forensic Psychiatry 2026 in Ohrid. The data shows the highest number of cases in 2026 occurred in March (27), April (23), and June (21). This period coincides with a tragic incident in Skopje involving a mother and child.

Dr. Arsova noted that the increase in recorded cases does not necessarily indicate a rise in violence within society. Instead, the trend may reflect improved recognition, better documentation, or more effective patient referrals to health institutions. Medical professionals are encouraged to systematically document the type and duration of violence and follow protocols for involving relevant authorities to ensure patient safety.

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[● 3 SOURCES] The University Clinic for Psychiatry recorded 101 cases of stress related to domestic violence in the first seven months of 2026. utrinskivesnik.mk · lider.mk · novamakedonija.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] The study analyzed patients with F43 diagnosis (stress-related disorders). utrinskivesnik.mk · lider.mk · novamakedonija.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] The increase in cases may be due to better recognition and documentation rather than an increase in actual violence. utrinskivesnik.mk · lider.mk · novamakedonija.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] The highest number of cases in 2026 occurred in March with 27 patients. utrinskivesnik.mk · lider.mk · novamakedonija.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] Professor Dr. Slavica Arsova presented the findings at the International Conference on Forensic Psychiatry 2026 in Ohrid. utrinskivesnik.mk · lider.mk · novamakedonija.com.mk
[● 3 SOURCES] There were 79 recorded cases of domestic violence stress in 2025. utrinskivesnik.mk · lider.mk · novamakedonija.com.mk