The communication of mental health information: A comparison of the opinions of experts and the public with mass media presentations

2007 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 222-230 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jum Nunnally
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mass Media ◽  
Health Information ◽  
The Public ◽  
Mental Health Information

The Use of Mass Media in Mental Health

1986 ◽  
Vol 31 (7) ◽  
pp. 617-620 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yves Lamontagne ◽  
Richard Verreault
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mass Media ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Experimental Studies ◽  
Educational Programs ◽  
Information Campaigns ◽  
Mental Health Information ◽  
Lay Public

This paper summarizes the theoretical aspects and the experimental studies on the efficacy of mass media in mental health information campaigns. In theory, most authors agree to give mental health information to the lay public but they caution against the overestimation of the power of mass media. Regarding research on the use of mass media in mental health very few experimental studies have been published and they refer mainly to primary prevention with children. The authors discuss reasons which may explain the mental health professionals’ lack of interest in this area of research, suggest new approaches for the elaboration of educational programs for the population and emphasize the importance of secondary and tertiary prevention.

scholarly journals “Approach”: the Harlow mental health information service

1992 ◽  
Vol 16 (8) ◽  
pp. 496-497
Author(s):  
Jonathan Hillam ◽  
Stephen Stansfeld
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Illness ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Information Service ◽  
Psychiatric Services ◽  
The Public ◽  
Public Department ◽  
Mental Health Information ◽  
Department Of Health ◽  
Community Psychiatric

An important emphasis in developing community psychiatric services has been to increase accessibility of psychiatric services to the public (Department of Health, 1989). This might mean not simply informing people about available services but also providing advice about mental illness and where individuals might seek further help, either for themselves or for others about particular problems.

Science Up in Smoke: One Psychiatrist’s Journey Through the Politics of Cannabis Legalization

2021 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
Author(s):  
David C. Rettew
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Scientific Information ◽  
Political Process ◽  
Lessons Learned ◽  
The Political ◽  
The Public ◽  
Mental Health Information

Background: Many states are currently considering legislature that would legalize and commercialize cannabis for medical and recreational purposes. Physicians and other health professionals are frequently called upon to offer an expert opinion on the public health implications of these bills. For many, the role as a scientific expert and advocate in a political process is new. Objective 1: To outline themes and lessons learned for science-minded clinicians engaged in deliberations over cannabis legislation. Objective 2: To describe how science can get used and misused in the political process. Method: This article describes the experience of a psychiatrist who was actively involved in one state’s deliberations through cannabis legalization bills. Results: Major themes that emerged during the process are described as are recommendations for other health professionals who may find themselves involved in similar processes related to cannabis legalization and other controversial initiatives that rely on the interpretation of scientific information. Conclusion: Psychiatrists and other clinicians can make important contributions to the political process for legislative debates that involve science-based mental health information.

scholarly journals Mental Health, Information and Being Connected: Qualitative Experiences of Social Media Use during the COVID-19 Pandemic from a Trans-National Sample

Healthcare ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (6) ◽  
pp. 735
Author(s):  
Schoultz Mariyana ◽  
Leung Janni ◽  
Bonsaksen Tore ◽  
Ruffolo Mary ◽  
Thygesen Hilde ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Social Media ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Negative Impact ◽  
National Study ◽  
Free Text ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Mental Health Information ◽  
The Uk

Background: Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the strict national policies regarding social distancing behavior in Europe, America and Australia, people became reliant on social media as a means for gathering information and as a tool for staying connected to family, friends and work. This is the first trans-national study exploring the qualitative experiences and challenges of using social media while in lockdown or shelter-in-place during the current pandemic. Methods: This study was part of a wider cross-sectional online survey conducted in Norway, the UK, USA and Australia during April/May 2020. The manuscript reports on the qualitative free-text component of the study asking about the challenges of social media users during the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK, USA and Australia. A total of 1991 responses were included in the analysis. Thematic analysis was conducted independently by two researchers. Results: Three overarching themes identified were: Emotional/Mental Health, Information and Being Connected. Participants experienced that using social media during the pandemic amplified anxiety, depression, fear, panic, anger, frustration and loneliness. They felt that there was information overload and social media was full of misleading or polarized opinions which were difficult to switch off. Nonetheless, participants also thought that there was an urge for connection and learning, which was positive and stressful at the same time. Conclusion: Using social media while in a shelter-in-place or lockdown could have a negative impact on the emotional and mental health of some of the population. To support policy and practice in strengthening mental health care in the community, social media could be used to deliver practical advice on coping and stress management. Communication with the public should be strengthened by unambiguous and clear messages and clear communication pathways. We should be looking at alternative ways of staying connected.

A Model for the National Mental Health Information Network

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Reza Rabiei ◽  
Farkhonde Aasdi ◽  
Hamid Moghaddasi ◽  
Mahdie Shojaei Baghini
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Health Information ◽  
Accurate Information ◽  
Information Network ◽  
Second Phase ◽  
Five Dimensions ◽  
Mental Health Information ◽  
Architectural Model ◽  
National Mental Health ◽  
Data Elements

Aim: Accurate information can be accessed in a timely manner through the Integrated Mental Health Information Network (MHIN). As Iran has no MHIN, this study was undertaken to propose an architectural model.  Method: This research is a sequential mixed method. The organizational structure and database structure of the MHIN was identified, and the architectural model of the NMHIN was presented in two main phases. In the first phase, a quantitative study was conducted in a scoping review with an extensive review of the background, documents, information, and available resources about the mental health information network. In the second phase, to validate the proposed architecture, the Delphi technique was implemented. Questionnaires were distributed and collected both in person and by e-mail, and finally, the data were analyzed using SPSS-19. Results: The model of national MHIN was provided in five dimensions: MH entities, organizational ownership of databases, data elements of each database, linkage among databases, and exchangeable data elements among the databases. Conclusion: This model can be applied as a suitable platform to effectively and efficiently store and use mental health information. So, the available information can be used for providing mental health services more comfortably and appropriately. The results showed that connecting mental health entities can create a flow of information, coordinate MHIN activities, and improve performance, efficiency, and quality of mental health.

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