Z62.2: Institutional upbringing

Institutional Upbringing, coded as Z62.2 in the ICD-10 classification, is not a medical condition but a circumstance that could potentially influence an individual's health status. This term refers to a person who has been raised in a group setting, such as an orphanage or correctional facility, rather than a traditional family home. An institutional upbringing can potentially impact social, emotional, and cognitive development due to factors such as lack of individual attention, limited exposure to language and social interactions, and deprivation of consistent caregiving. This background may contribute to long-term health issues such as mental health problems and difficulty forming stable relationships. However, it's important to remember that outcomes can greatly vary based on numerous factors, including the quality of the institution and subsequent care received after leaving the institution.