Telemental Health in Resource-limited Global Settings

Telemental Health in Resource-limited Global Settings
Author: Hussam Jefee-Bahloul
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2017
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0190622725

This edited volume covers the implementation of telemental health (TMH) in resource-limited global settings. It focuses on the current state of the technology, the different modalities, and the emergence of mobile-health

Telemental Health in Resource-Limited Global Settings

Telemental Health in Resource-Limited Global Settings
Author: Hussam Jefee-Bahloul
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Total Pages: 241
Release: 2017-05-15
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0190622741

Telemental Health in Resource-Limited Global Settings is a collaborative edited book that aims to introduce the reader to experiences of using the technology in providing mental health care, education and Capacity building approaches in resource limited settings around the globe. The book includes experiences from Africa, India, the Middle East, and resource-limited communities in Australia and the USA. This book will enrich the reader's understanding of the state of TMH globally, and challenges facing this application.

The Role of Telehealth in an Evolving Health Care Environment

The Role of Telehealth in an Evolving Health Care Environment
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Total Pages: 159
Release: 2012-11-20
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0309262054

In 1996, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) released its report Telemedicine: A Guide to Assessing Telecommunications for Health Care. In that report, the IOM Committee on Evaluating Clinical Applications of Telemedicine found telemedicine is similar in most respects to other technologies for which better evidence of effectiveness is also being demanded. Telemedicine, however, has some special characteristics-shared with information technologies generally-that warrant particular notice from evaluators and decision makers. Since that time, attention to telehealth has continued to grow in both the public and private sectors. Peer-reviewed journals and professional societies are devoted to telehealth, the federal government provides grant funding to promote the use of telehealth, and the private technology industry continues to develop new applications for telehealth. However, barriers remain to the use of telehealth modalities, including issues related to reimbursement, licensure, workforce, and costs. Also, some areas of telehealth have developed a stronger evidence base than others. The Health Resources and Service Administration (HRSA) sponsored the IOM in holding a workshop in Washington, DC, on August 8-9 2012, to examine how the use of telehealth technology can fit into the U.S. health care system. HRSA asked the IOM to focus on the potential for telehealth to serve geographically isolated individuals and extend the reach of scarce resources while also emphasizing the quality and value in the delivery of health care services. This workshop summary discusses the evolution of telehealth since 1996, including the increasing role of the private sector, policies that have promoted or delayed the use of telehealth, and consumer acceptance of telehealth. The Role of Telehealth in an Evolving Health Care Environment: Workshop Summary discusses the current evidence base for telehealth, including available data and gaps in data; discuss how technological developments, including mobile telehealth, electronic intensive care units, remote monitoring, social networking, and wearable devices, in conjunction with the push for electronic health records, is changing the delivery of health care in rural and urban environments. This report also summarizes actions that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) can undertake to further the use of telehealth to improve health care outcomes while controlling costs in the current health care environment.

Mental Health Atlas 2014

Mental Health Atlas 2014
Author: World Health Organization
Publisher: World Health Organization
Total Pages: 70
Release: 2015-08-13
Genre: Law
ISBN: 9241565012

"Atlas is a project of the World Health Organization (WHO) Headquarters, Geneva..." "Mental Health Atlas 2014 is the latest in a series of publications that first appeared in 2001, with subsequent updates published in 2005 and 2011."-- Page 6.

Telehealth Innovations in Remote Healthcare Services Delivery

Telehealth Innovations in Remote Healthcare Services Delivery
Author: A.J. Maeder
Publisher: IOS Press
Total Pages: 158
Release: 2021-04-29
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1643681710

The need to promote academic activities in telehealth remains a high priority as the discipline expands into new areas of healthcare. Response during 2020 to the COVID-19 pandemic has provided an excellent example of the rapid diversification and impact attainable with telehealth, and may kindle a new momentum for accelerated service design and adoption processes in the future. This book, Telehealth Innovations in Remote Healthcare Services Delivery, is the tenth in the Global Telehealth series. Due to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic and the restrictions placed on academic gatherings, the organizers issued a general call for contributions, with the intention of attracting a wide cross-section of contributions reflecting the breadth of different aspects of telehealth internationally. The resulting collection offers snapshots of research projects and studies of service experience from five continents, with an emphasis on delivering benefits in regional settings in keeping with the theme of the book’s title. Articles range from descriptions of telehealth networks and clinical-service instances such as cardiac health, mental health and pathology, several in Pacific-rim settings, to more generic papers on the evolution of such services, as well as commentaries on innovative considerations for telehealth such as the emergence of the concept of virtual care, the suitability of health apps, and the status of eHealth readiness in the developing world. This book is a valuable contribution to the body of knowledge on current telehealth research interests and trends, and will be of interest to all those working in the field.

Telemental Health and Distance Counseling

Telemental Health and Distance Counseling
Author: Heather C. Robertson, PhD, LMHC, LPC, CASAC, CRC, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Total Pages: 291
Release: 2020-12-28
Genre: Psychology
ISBN: 0826179959

This timely text provides foundational knowledge and skills pertaining to ethical and evidence-based practice for mental health providers engaging in or considering using distance modalities to treat clients. Targeting day-to-day application, the book explains the core functions of Telemental Health counseling (TMH) and its use across a broad spectrum of mental health modalities and settings. Using the framework of the ACA divisions, ASCA, and CACREP core areas to examine TMH, the text provides instructions to develop skills that readers can apply directly to their own counseling interactions. Providing a wealth of information based on empirical and impartial views, the book helps readers examine the benefits and risks of distance counseling in various settings. It encompasses the history of TMH, ethical codes, legal guidelines, and recent research. Case studies and opportunities for self-reflection enable readers to envision distance counseling in real-world contexts, ask critical questions, and form conclusions about its utility in their practice. Of particular value is the "Voices from the Field" feature, where practitioners from different settings describe using distance counseling. The "Challenges and Opportunities" features discuss the pros and cons of telemental health practice. The book is written through the lens of professional counseling which makes it an ideal companion to Counselor Education program courses in Counseling Skills, Pre-Practicum, Advanced Theory, or elective coursework pertaining to distance counseling and telemental health. Key Features: Includes critical content pertaining to the COVID-19 crisis Expands the view of distance counseling to include such varied professionals as mental health, school, family, couple, rehabilitation, addiction specialists, etc. Presents abundant case studies to provide context and practical application Addresses the positive and negative aspects of practicing distance counseling Includes ethical issues in each chapter pertaining to designated core areas or specialty Presents "Questions of Practice" to foster critical thinking regarding the use of TMH in specific roles or functions, Offers "Voices from the Field" with real-world examples focusing on practicing TMH within the designated core areas or specialties Emphasizes ethical, practical, and logistical TMH practice in all chapters Written through the lens of a professional counselor who is also a board-certified telemental health provider

Artificial Intelligence In Medicine: A Practical Guide For Clinicians

Artificial Intelligence In Medicine: A Practical Guide For Clinicians
Author: Campion Quinn
Publisher: World Scientific
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2024-02-06
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9811284121

'Artificial Intelligence in Medicine' is a comprehensive guide exploring the transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) in healthcare. The book delves into the foundational concepts and historical development of AI in medicine, highlighting data collection, preprocessing, and feature extraction crucial for medical applications. It showcases the benefits of AI, such as accurate diagnoses and personalized treatments, while addressing ethical and regulatory considerations.The book examines the practical aspects of AI implementation in clinical practice and emphasizes the human aspect of AI in healthcare and patient engagement. Readers can gain insights into the role of AI in clinical decision support, collaborative learning, and knowledge sharing. It concludes with a glimpse into the future of AI-driven healthcare, exploring the emerging technologies and trends in the rapidly evolving field of AI in medicine.

Health Informatics - E-Book

Health Informatics - E-Book
Author: Lynda R. Hardy
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
Total Pages: 568
Release: 2022-12-02
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 0323846475

**American Journal of Nursing (AJN) Book of the Year Awards, 1st Place in Informatics, 2023** **Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Informatics** Learn how information technology intersects with today's health care! Health Informatics: An Interprofessional Approach, 3rd Edition, follows the tradition of expert informatics educators Ramona Nelson and Nancy Staggers with new lead author, Lynda R. Hardy, to prepare you for success in today's technology-filled healthcare practice. Concise coverage includes information systems and applications, such as electronic health records, clinical decision support, telehealth, mHealth, ePatients, and social media tools, as well as system implementation. New to this edition are topics that include analytical approaches to health informatics, increased information on FHIR and SMART on FHIR, and the use of health informatics in pandemics. - Chapters written by experts in the field provide the most current and accurate information on continually evolving subjects like evidence-based practice, EHRs, PHRs, mobile health, disaster recovery, and simulation. - Objectives, key terms, and an abstract at the beginning of each chapter provide an overview of what each chapter will cover. - Case studies and discussion questions at the end of each chapter encourage higher-level thinking that can be applied to real world experiences. - Conclusion and Future Directions discussion at the end of each chapter reinforces topics and expands on how the topic will continue to evolve. - Open-ended discussion questions at the end of each chapter enhance students' understanding of the subject covered. - mHealth chapter discusses all relevant aspects of mobile health, including global growth, new opportunities in underserved areas, governmental regulations on issues such as data leaking and mining, implications of patient-generated data, legal aspects of provider monitoring of patient-generated data, and increased responsibility by patients. - Important content, including FDA- and state-based regulations, project management, big data, and governance models, prepares students for one of nursing's key specialty areas. - UPDATED! Chapters reflect the current and evolving practice of health informatics, using real-life healthcare examples to show how informatics applies to a wide range of topics and issues. - NEW! Strategies to promote healthcare equality by freeing algorithms and decision-making from implicit and explicit bias are integrated where applicable. - NEW! The latest AACN domains are incorporated throughout to support BSN, Master's, and DNP programs. - NEW! Greater emphasis on the digital patient and the partnerships involved, including decision-making.

Silent Pain and Public Policy

Silent Pain and Public Policy
Author: Anis Ben Brik
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
Total Pages: 315
Release: 2024-11-08
Genre: Political Science
ISBN: 1035338807

This is an open access title available under the terms of a CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 License. It is free to read, download and share on Elgaronline.com. This groundbreaking book sheds light on the alarming yet often overlooked issue of suicide in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. It critically examines the role, limitations, and suicide prevention strategies of existing social welfare systems and uncovers the complex interplay of factors driving suicidal behavior, including socioeconomic factors, political instability and conflict, family and social dynamics, religious beliefs and practices, gender disparities, and youth vulnerability.