Implementation of Digital Mental Health for SMI: Opportunities and Barriers-Lecture Presentation

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The video is a webinar titled "Implementation of Digital Mental Health for SMI: Opportunities and Barriers" featuring Dr. Stephen Schueller. The webinar is part of the SMI Advisor series, an initiative aimed at implementing evidence-based care for those with serious mental illness. Dr. Schueller is an associate professor at the University of California, Irvine, and a leading expert in digital mental health. <br /><br />Dr. Schueller begins by discussing the current challenges faced by clinicians and individuals with mental health issues due to COVID-19, which has increased the need for remote therapy and accessibility to mental health services. He highlights the importance of understanding the barriers and facilitators to implementing digital mental health interventions and integrating them into traditional care pathways.<br /><br />The webinar covers various aspects related to implementation, including the characteristics of the intervention itself, the digital health literacy of individuals involved, the infrastructure and resources of the healthcare setting, external factors such as regulation and payment, and the implementation process itself. Dr. Schueller emphasizes the need for adaptability and customization of digital mental health interventions to ensure they fit the needs and preferences of both clinicians and patients.<br /><br />He also discusses the importance of clinical champions to drive the adoption and successful implementation of digital mental health interventions. Clinical champions are individuals who support the use of these tools and provide guidance and support to other providers. The role of regulation and the lack of payment pathways for digital mental health treatment is also highlighted.<br /><br />Dr. Schueller concludes by discussing the different types of digital mental health interventions, including standalone apps, guided apps with professional support, and adjunctive apps used alongside traditional therapy. He emphasizes the need for a holistic approach that considers both the technological and human components of digital mental health interventions.<br /><br />Overall, the webinar provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges and opportunities in implementing digital mental health interventions for individuals with serious mental illness.
Keywords
Implementation
Digital Mental Health
SMI
Opportunities
Barriers
Remote Therapy
Accessibility
Evidence-based Care