MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'collaborative'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:01:32 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5181904&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FVL9Co8ZNmQY%2F URL: http://www.dbtselfhelp.com/This website is a service for people who are seeking information about DBT (Dialectal Behavior Therapy). This site was written primarily by PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN THROUGH DBT, not DBT professionals. For this reason, consider the source of any given document. We cannot give advice, but we can talk about our experiences on our DBT journey. In this regard, I hope we can help one another. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Behaviour Management, Clinical Psychology, Emotional Health, General Psychology, Mental Health, Mental Health PromotionFeatures: Collaborative News, Information, Links, Research, e-learning This website is a service for people who are seeking information about DBT (Dialectal Behavior Therapy). This site was written primarily by PEOPLE WHO HAVE BE... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5181904 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 17:00:51 +0100 5181904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5159301&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2F6e23a3ZIUP8%2F by Jaan Sidorov MD, MHSA, FACP and Vince Kuraitis JD, MBA Physicians face great uncertainty. According to a survey conducted by The Physicians Foundation, the great majority of physicians (89%) believe the traditional model of independent private practice is either “on shaky ground” or “is a dinosaur soon to go extinct.” In the face of this uncertainty, many physicians are jumping to a conclusion that “I have to sell my practice to the hospital.” In this post of our series on The 100 Year Shift, we will examine physician practice.  We’ll show that the economic and clinical environment  is changing rapidly and that selling to the hospital is one option. However, it is not the only option. (more…) Article Series - The 100 Year Shift? Strategic ... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5159301 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 15:26:12 +0100 5159301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5118642&cid=t_110586_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fpediatric-physician-joins-collaborative-network-and-sees-improvement-in-his-work%2F2011.08.11 I never thought I’d change the way I practice medicine.  But I recently enrolled as a provider in the Improved Care Now (ICN) collaborative network and I’m already working differently. ICN is an alliance of gastroenterologists and patients working in a new model of pediatric inflammatory bowel disease care based on the analysis of thousands of doctor–patient visits as well as the latest studies and treatments.  Doctors and patients apply this information, experiences are tracked in an open registry, the results are then shared and refined to improve care.  I can see what I’m doing well and where I’m falling short relative to other clinics and pediatric gastroenterologists. ICN is under the direction of Dr. Richard Colletti of the University of Vermont.  ICN is supported by t... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5118642 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:00:26 +0100 5118642 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5086171&cid=t_110586_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fnew-program-at-usf-health-hopes-to-mold-more-empathetic-physicians%2F2011.08.01 Can we teach empathy to the next generation of physicians?  The University of South Florida Health thinks so and they’re putting it on the line this week with the launch of the SELECT program, a new curriculum intended to “put empathy, communication and creativity back into doctoring.” The SELECT (Scholarly Excellence. Leadership Experiences. Collaborative Training.) program will offer 19 select students unique training in leadership development as well as the scholarly tools needed to become physician leaders and catalysts for change. During their first week on campus, instead of the old-style medical school tradition of heading to the gross anatomy lab, SELECT students are immersed in leadership training centered in empathy and other core principles of patient-centered care. The h... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5086171 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:00:15 +0100 5086171 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5069534&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FsjrXBlug4Do%2F URL: http://www.psychdomain.com/Welcome to PsychDomain! The goal of this website is to provide psychology students and faculty with up-to-date, relevant, and informative psychology related links, videos, interactions and images. Use the Content by Area navigation on the left to search for content by psychology area. Alternatively, use the the Tag Cloud below to browse the content. For: Anyone, Consumers, ResearchersTopics: Abnormal, Academia, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, Common Factors, Depression, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Social SupportFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Community and Social Networking, Information, Links, e-learningWelcome to PsychDomain! The goal of this website is to provide psychol... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5069534 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:00:38 +0100 5069534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5050811&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FtS3SgTYmYeY%2F by Vince Kuraitis JD, MBA and Jaan Sidorov MD, MHSA, FACP In our introductory posting of this series, we noted that economic incentives previously aligning doctor-hospital interests were changing. This creates the potential for The 100 Year Shift – physicians awakening to possibilities for stronger partnerships with payers than with hospitals. In this post, we will zero in on the changing economic position of hospitals and the effect this is having on physician-hospital relationships. We will examine the trend of hospital employment of physicians and point out challenges and tensions for the future. [This is a long post...so now might be the time to refill your coffee cup.] (more…) Article Series - The 100 Year Shift? Strategic Realignment among Physicians, Hospitals and Payer... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5050811 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:28:14 +0100 5050811 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5036280&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FILnQI1hFutw%2F URL: http://www.synergyservices.org/Ending violence in our community requires a comprehensive approach of efforts to provide safe places for victims of violence, to empower survivors to rise above their circumstances and to educate the entire community. Through integrated programs in the areas of residential services, clinical services and community education, Synergy touched more than 40,000 people last year. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Emotional Health, Insomnia, Life, Lifestyle, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Quality of Life, Self-help, Solution Focused, StressFeatures: Collaborative News, Information Ending violence in our community requires a comprehensive approach of efforts to provide... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5036280 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 17:00:23 +0100 5036280 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008372&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FXIWnixTJ1Vs%2F by Jaan Sidorov MD, MHSA, FACP and Vince Kuraitis JD, MBA In our introductory posting, we suggested that a huge shift is underway in the health care industry.  Decades of hospital-physician cooperation are not only eroding, we suggest this trend could accelerate.  Instead of a natural clinical and economic affinity with hospitals, we foresee the potential for physicians forming a new dyad with insurer-buyers. In this post, we will examine what we and many other commentators view as inevitable: the demise of volume-based payment systems and how the drive for greater value will cause physicians and insurers re-examine their normally antagonistic relationship. (more…) Article Series - The 100 Year Shift? Strategic Realignment among Physicians, Hospitals and PayersThe 100 Year Shift?... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008372 Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:42:41 +0100 5008372 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5008373&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FIJUiE1aXZqA%2F by Vince Kuraitis JD, MBA and Jaan Sidorov MD, MHSA, FACP Gazing at the horizon, we foresee the potential for a tectonic realignment among physicians, hospitals and payers. Here’s a quick visual representation: This essay is the first of a seven part series. In this first post we will capsulize our vision of this potential 100 Year Shift, answer initial FAQs, and lay out the structure for the rest of the series. The Lynchpin — Changing Economic Incentives In the past, physicians and hospitals have benefited from mutually supportive economic interests. (more…) Article Series - The 100 Year Shift? Strategic Realignment among Physicians, Hospitals and PayersThe 100 Year Shift? Introduction and OverviewPayment Transformation: From Volume to Value Next in series Tags: 100 Yea... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5008373 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 17:26:33 +0100 5008373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934342&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FB56BnHKGbzI%2F URL: http://www.atsa.com/The Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers is an international, multi-disciplinary organization dedicated to preventing sexual abuse. Through research, education, and shared learning ATSA promotes evidence based practice, public policy and community strategies that lead to the effective assessment, treatment and management of individuals who have sexually abused or are at risk to abuse. For: Anyone, Consumers, ResearchersTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Foundation Website, Personality disorders, Relationships, Sexual AssaultFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Conferences, Information, Links, Research, Research Tools, ResourcesThe Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers is an international, multi-disciplinary organization ... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934342 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 17:00:23 +0100 4934342 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934343&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fna5reMeRs38%2F URL: http://askjan.org/The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, expert, and confidential guidance on workplace accommodations and disability employment issues. Working toward practical solutions that benefit both employer and employee, JAN helps people with disabilities enhance their employability, and shows employers how to capitalize on the value and talent that people with disabilities add to the workplace. For: Anyone, Consumers, Researchers, Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Foundation Website, Personality disorders, Relationships, Sexual Assault, Aspergers, Autism, Bipolar, Chronic Disease, Foundation Website, Mental Health, Social SupportFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Conferences, Information, Links, Research, Res... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934343 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 17:00:05 +0100 4934343 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4934344&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FrzkA4RCcLVc%2F URL: http://www.nchv.org/veterans.cfmIf you are a homeless veteran or a veteran at risk of becoming homeless, these pages provide information that you can use to seek help. They include addresses, phone numbers, and websites to find out about services, programs, and other help that is available. For: Anyone, Consumers, Researchers, Anyone, Consumers, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Foundation Website, Personality disorders, Relationships, Sexual Assault, Aspergers, Autism, Bipolar, Chronic Disease, Foundation Website, Mental Health, Social Support, Combat Stress, Depression, Emotional Health, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Military, Physical Health, Substance Abuse, Trauma, Varied, Varied Disorders, Varied TreatmentsFeatures: Articles, Collaborative Ne... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4934344 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 17:00:13 +0100 4934344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862635&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fa9JCMwbkQUE%2F URL: http://psychfutures.ning.com/PsychFutures is an open network, albeit designed for individuals at various stages of their psychology career, from A-Level to degree-level to professionals. Primarily, we are about choosing your next step in psychology. For A-Level psychology students who are thinking about studying the subject at degree level, there’s advice on exam preparation and applying to university or college. For undergraduates thinking about post-degree options, our members provide peer-to-peer advice about postgrad psychology. For those looking beyond studying we have a section devoted to psychology careers. For: Anyone, Anyone, Clinicians, Researchers, Students, TeachersTopics: Abnormal, Academia, Addiction, Anger, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psycholo... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862635 Tue, 24 May 2011 17:00:53 +0100 4862635 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4813364&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FgTWlWXqLTVk%2F URL: http://www.indiana.edu/~intell/index.shtmlThis site includes biographical profiles of people who have influenced the development of intelligence theory and testing, in-depth articles exploring current controversies related to human intelligence, and resources for teachers. For: Researchers, Students, TeachersTopics: Academia, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive, Educational Psychology, Philosophy, TeachingFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Community and Social Networking, Information, Research, Research Tools This site includes biographical profiles of people who have influenced the development of intelligence theory and testing, in-depth articles exploring  current controversies that are related to human intelligence, and resources for teachers and educators. (Source... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4813364 Thu, 12 May 2011 00:20:32 +0100 4813364 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4803236&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F-0Isg9k0HVc%2F URL: http://beta.in-mind.org/Welcome to the website of the Inquisitive Mind. The Inquisitive Mind, or In-Mind, is an exciting on-line quarterly magazine for social psychology. The magazine’s purpose is designed to interact with everyone that is interested in everyday human concerns and to inform you on the hot trends in scientific social psychological research. Now, science has its own language and you might not feel like having the time to keep up-to-date. We will attempt to bridge the existing gap by relating important social psychological research to issues that catch your mind. For: AnyoneTopics: Academia, Behaviour Management, General Psychology, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Psychology and the Media, Social Psychology, WritingFeatures: Articles, Books, Collaborative News,... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4803236 Mon, 09 May 2011 17:00:37 +0100 4803236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4747652&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Ffa0J3zFFe7A%2F URL: http://www.premier.net/~gero/contents.html“building a bridge between the past and the future…” Geropsychology Central helps those who are concerned with helping older persons and their families maintain well-being, overcome problems, and achieve maximum potential during later life stages. This site involves people who have particular knowledge, skill, training and experience related to the aging process, and in dealing with older persons and the special issues that affect them. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Behaviour Management, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Fitness, Cognitive Training, Common Factors, Depression, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Qual... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4747652 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 17:00:39 +0100 4747652 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4747653&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FHvGYjMfFee4%2F URL: http://www.samhsa.gov/SAMHSA was established in 1992 and directed by Congress to target effectively substance abuse and mental health services to the people most in need and to translate research in these areas more effectively and more rapidly into the general health care system. For: Anyone, Consumers, AnyoneTopics: Behaviour Management, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Fitness, Cognitive Training, Common Factors, Depression, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Quality of Life, Addiction, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Diagnosis, Emotional Health, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Self-help, Social S... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4747653 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 17:00:46 +0100 4747653 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4714828&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F7dPpkwV6mBU%2F URL: http://www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org/The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-TALK (8255) is a 24-hour, toll-free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. By dialing 1-800-273-TALK, the call is routed to the nearest crisis center in our national network of more than 150 crisis centers. The Lifeline’s national network of local crisis centers, provide crisis counseling and mental health referrals day and night. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Behaviour Management, Clinical Psychology, Common Factors, Depression, Emotional Health, General Psychology, General Science, Health Promotion, Health and Social Services, Mental Health, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Self-harm and suicideFeatures: Articles... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4714828 Thu, 14 Apr 2011 17:00:52 +0100 4714828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684485&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FsIIYXgtP5I8%2F Healthcare IT News just published its list of top issues for health plans in 2011: 1. Administrative Mandates (Compliance HIPAA 5010, ICD-10, etc.). 2. Care Management, Data Analytics, and Informatics. 3. Health Insurance Exchanges and Individual Markets. 4. New Provider Payment & Delivery Systems (ACOs, PCMHs, etc.). 5. Bend the Cost Trend. 6. Medicare and Medicaid. 7. Health Information Exchanges and EMRs. 8. Consumer’s Role in the Modernization of Healthcare. 9. Reform Uncertainties. 10. Payer/Provider Interoperability. Dear health plan colleagues, Wake up! The order of this list is totally out of whack. #2: Care Management, Data Analytics, Informatics. Good…sounds about right. However, #2 can’t happen before you address: #7: HIEs and EMRs #10: Payer/Provider ... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684485 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 18:15:37 +0100 4684485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4664299&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2Fjh9IAmR8VZs%2F 429 p. Proposed ACO Rule ACO Fact sheet from HHS Medicare Fact Sheet: What Providers Need to Know HHS press release Don Berwick’s article on ACOs in the NEJM ACO Quality Performance Standards Summary FTC/DOJ Joint Antitrust Statement on ACOs TheHill article “Leaked memo reveals Dem strategy for defending healthcare reg” The leaked memo No tag for this post. (Source: e-CareManagement) e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4664299 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 17:32:50 +0100 4664299 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4658416&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FfJnd2T4XH_8%2F URL: http://www.brunswik.org/The Brunswik Society is an informal association of researchers who are interested in understanding and improving human judgment and decision making. For: Clinicians, ResearchersTopics: Academia, Behaviour Management, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, General Psychology, History of Psychology, Research Methods, TeachingFeatures: Articles, Author Lists, Collaborative News, Conferences, Information, Links, Research, Societal or Organizational Membership, e-learning The Brunswik Society is an informal association of researchers who are interested in understanding and improving human judgment and decision making. Members of the Society share an appreciation of the work of the psychologist Egon Brunswik. The Society has no dues. Its primary activitie... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4658416 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 17:00:15 +0100 4658416 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4653380&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FSRsY_PLWB6k%2F URL: http://www.nrcdv.org/Domestic violence should never, ever happen. No one should abuse anyone, ever. Unfortunately, it does occur, and there has to be ways to help overcome the madness that domestic violence is. The National Resource Center on Domestic Violence is one of those ways to overcome. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Anger, Anxiety, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Common Factors, Depression, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Insomnia, Life, Lifestyle, Pediatric Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Quality of Life, Relationships, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Sexual Assault, Social Support, Stress, TraumaFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Comme... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4653380 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 17:00:03 +0100 4653380 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4653334&cid=t_110586_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcollaborative-care-can-decrease-mental-health-costs%2F2011.03.29 I briefly scanned the Robert Wood Johnson synthesis report on mental and medical co-morbidity so I thought I’d summarize the highlights for the blog. If you’d rather watch the recorded web seminar you can hear it here. The report relied on systemic literature review to look at the relative risk and mortality associated with co-morbid medical and mental health conditions. The looked at studies using structure clinical interviews, self-report, screening instruments and health care utilization data (diagnostic codes reported to Medicaid). This is what they found: 68 percent of adults with a mental disorder had at least one general medical condition, and 29 percent of those with a medical disorder had a comorbid mental health condition These findings support the conclusion that th... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4653334 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 12:00:00 +0100 4653334 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4642678&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FgE0Gkq_IAco%2F URL: http://www.wfmh.org/World Federation for Mental Health (WFMH) is an international membership organization founded in 1948 to advance, among all peoples and nations, the prevention of mental and emotional disorders, the proper treatment and care of those with such disorders, and the promotion of mental health. For: AnyoneTopics: Academia, Clinical Psychology, Common Factors, Educational Psychology, Foundation Website, General Psychology, General Science, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Healthcare Information Technology, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, OCR Level-A Psychology, Psychology and the Media, Social Support, Teaching PsychologyFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Group Management,... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4642678 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 17:00:06 +0100 4642678 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4615191&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FfK9AWVu0SF4%2F URL: http://www.apsa.org/The American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA), the oldest national psychoanalytic organization in the nation, was founded in 1911. APsaA, as a professional organization for psychoanalysts, focuses on education, research and membership development. For: Clinicians, Researchers, StudentsTopics: Academia, Behaviour Management, Clinical Decision Making, Common Factors, General Psychology, Psychodynamic, PsychotherapyFeatures: Articles, Careers, Collaborative News, Community and Social Networking, Conferences, Information, Journals, Links, Networking, Research, Resources, Societal or Organizational Membership, TrainingThe American Psychoanalytic Association (APsaA), the oldest national psychoanalytic organization in the nation, was founded in 1911. APsaA, as a profess... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4615191 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 17:00:40 +0100 4615191 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4610849&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fr3j9-44Vpwc%2F URL: http://www.psychonomic.org/The Psychonomic Society was founded by a group of experimental psychologists during a meeting in Chicago, Illinois, in December 1959. The main goal was to create a society that would support open communication about psychological science with minimal structure. For: ResearchersTopics: Academia, Biological Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, General Psychology, Health Psychology, Teaching PsychologyFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Community and Social Networking, Group Management, Information, Journals, Links, Research, Societal or Organizational Membership The Society currently consists of approximately 2,000 members and 650 associate members. To be eligible for membership, a person must hold the Ph.D. degree or equivalent, a... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4610849 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 18:41:34 +0100 4610849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560357&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F1LxdQNFWY0c%2F URL: http://www.refugemediaproject.org/home.phpThe Refuge Media Project was created by filmmakers, health educators, and human rights activists concerned about this issue. We are producing a half-hour documentary on immigrant torture survivors in the United States, and on some of the individuals and organizations who are working to help survivors deal with their traumatic pasts, and with the sometimes traumatic experience of coming to America. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Anger, Behaviour Management, Clinical Psychology, Combat Stress, Common Factors, Depression, Emotional Health, Forensic, General Psychology, General Science, Medico-Legal, Mental Health Promotion, Military, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Scientific Misconduct, TraumaFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Comm... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560357 Tue, 08 Mar 2011 17:00:15 +0100 4560357 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4536136&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FEm0llE1r6X0%2F URL: http://www.psychologicalscience.org/The Association for Psychological Science (previously the American Psychological Society) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of scientific psychology and its representation at the national and international level. For: Anyone, ResearchersTopics: ADHD, Academia, Addiction, Anxiety, Attachment, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Educational Psychology, General Psychology, General Science, Health and Social Services, Psycho-educationFeatures: Articles, Careers, Collaborative News, Group Management, Journals, Links, Networking, Resources, Societal or Organizational Membership The Association for Psychological Science (previously the American Psychological Society) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the adva... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4536136 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 17:00:29 +0100 4536136 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4445873&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=34625&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNeilVerselsHealthcareItBlog%2F%7E3%2FXmtNS4erWbI%2Fis-national-ehealth-collaborative-still.html I've been wondering the last few days if the National eHealth Collaborative still serves a useful purpose. This group, you may remember, is the private-sector outgrowth of the American Health Information Community, the public-private board set up by the Bush administration to advise the Department of Health and Human Services on various health IT issues. The plan all along was to spin AHIC off into the private sector, and that happened in 2008. With the advent of the Obama administration, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act in 2009 set up the Health IT Policy Committee and the Health IT Standards Committee as official advisory panels, consisting of leaders from both government and the private sector. And in the private sector, numerous groups, notably the eHealth Initiative, had bee... Neil Versel's Healthcare IT Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4445873 Mon, 07 Feb 2011 15:18:53 +0100 4445873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4361070&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fyg3FM_UjQsE%2F URL: http://www.childtrauma.org/A medical school centered work group investigating and solving physiological problems in humans makes sense. Solving problems which involve parenting, education, the law, child protection systems, mental health, law enforcement and a host of related systems across every professional discipline is more challenging. In response to this challenge we have created a collaborative, multi-site, interdisciplinary virtual Center of Excellence, The ChildTrauma Academy. For: AnyoneTopics: Abnormal, Anger, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, General Psychology, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Parenting, Pediatric DepressionFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Books, Collaborative News, Group Management, Information, Links The CTA... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4361070 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 17:00:02 +0100 4361070 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4361071&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FlpNJ0F7ljeY%2F URL: http://www.findingbalance.com/ Our Mission is to remove the stigma surrounding eating and body image issues, promote prevention, and empower those who struggle to find a Christ-centered path to freedom. For: Anyone, Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Anger, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, General Psychology, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Parenting, Pediatric Depression, Behaviour Management, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Eating Disorders, General Psychology, Life, Lifestyle, Physical Health, Self-help, Treatment PlanningFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Books, Collaborative News, Group Management, Information, Links, Articles, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Conferences, Group M... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4361071 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 17:00:42 +0100 4361071 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4314051&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FbhS9m1k0LMc%2F URL: http://www.mdlinx.com/psychiatry/MDLinx connects health care professionals and patients to tomorrow’s medical research article knowledge and provides the pharmaceutical and health care industries with highly targeted interactive marketing, education, content, and medical research solutions. For: Clinicians, Researchers, Students, TeachersTopics: Psychiatry, VariedFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Collaborative News, Databases, Information, Journaling, Journals, Links, e-learning MDLinx connects health care professionals and patients to tomorrow’s medical research article knowledge and provides the pharmaceutical and health care industries with highly targeted interactive marketing, education, content, and medical research solutions. Established in March of 1999 in Washington, D... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4314051 Wed, 05 Jan 2011 17:00:45 +0100 4314051 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4265923&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FMJs5VvLnXPs%2F Will ACO (accountable care organization) IT models be walled gardens or open platforms?  i.e., will ACO IT platforms focus on exchanging information within the provider network of the ACO, or will they also be able to exchange information with providers outside the ACO network? (If the question still isn’t clear, click here for a further explanation.). (more…) Article Series - Accountable Care Organizations: Cure-du-Jour or Real Collaborative Care?The Big Idea in Understanding “Accountable Care Organizations”The Achilles Heel of ACOs? Shared Savings Payment Model Unlikely to Motivate HospitalsA Dark Horse in ACO Formation: Large Physician Groups“Does This ACO Thing Really Mean We Need to be ‘Accountable’”Will ACO IT Models Be Walled Ga... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4265923 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:45:16 +0100 4265923 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4251149&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FXKDEZYnC2i8%2F URL: https://netforum.avectra.com/eWeb/StartPage.aspx?Site=USPRAIn 1975, the U.S. Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association (USPRA) and its members developed and defined the practice of psychosocial/ psychiatric rehabilitation, establishing these services as integral to community-based treatment and leading the recovery movement. Today, with nearly 1,400 members, USPRA is the preeminent association advancing the practice of psychiatric rehabilitation and recovery. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Academia, Common Factors, Foundation Website, Health and Social Services, Life, Medico-Legal, Mental Health Promotion, Quality of Life, Social SupportFeatures: Collaborative News, Community and Social Networking, Group Management, Information, Links, Networking, Newsletter, Societal or Organizational Me... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4251149 Sat, 11 Dec 2010 17:00:55 +0100 4251149 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4249089&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FtCwACAFMSQ8%2F URL: http://www.phwa.org/The Psychologically Healthy Workplace Program (PHWP) is a collaborative effort between the American Psychological Association and the APA Practice Organization, designed to educate the employer community about the link between employee health and well-being and organizational performance. For: AnyoneTopics: Behaviour Management, Common Factors, Depression, General Psychology, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health Promotion, Self-help, Social Psychology, Social SupportFeatures: Articles, Assessment Instruments, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Information, Research, Resources The Psychologically Healthy Workplace Program (PHWP) is a collaborative effort between the American Psychological Association and the APA Practice Organization, designed to educate the employer... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4249089 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 17:00:22 +0100 4249089 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4245355&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fxqu7BwTHc8w%2F URL: http://www.no2abuse.com/No2abuse combines every aspect of family injustice under one roof. This site offers support for survivors of abuse as well as families going through the Family Courts; there are articles by victims of abuse and professionals who have experienced the Family Courts and the State’s approach in general to the family unit. For: Anyone, Consumers, StudentsTopics: Academia, Anger, Anxiety, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Depression, Educational Psychology, Emotional Health, General Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Parenting, Trauma, YouthFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Information, Links, RSS FeedsNo2abuse combines every aspect of family injustice un... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4245355 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 17:00:10 +0100 4245355 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4214193&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FzbZFkpmpl_0%2F URL: http://www.thearc.org/page.aspx?pid=2530We are the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. We encompass all ages and all spectrums from autism, Down syndrome, Fragile X and various other developmental disabilities. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: ADHD, Academia, Aspergers, Common Factors, Developmental, Foundation Website, Health Promotion, Mental Health Promotion, Quality of Life, Social SupportFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Group Management, Information, Links, Networking, Societal or Organizational MembershipWe are the largest national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectua... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4214193 Mon, 29 Nov 2010 17:00:15 +0100 4214193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4205978&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FYhavII1oCz0%2F URL: http://www.mhselfhelp.org/The National Mental Health Consumers’ Self-Help Clearinghouse, the nation’s first national consumer technical assistance center, has played a major role in the development of the mental health consumer movement. The consumer movement strives for dignity, respect, and opportunity for those with mental illnesses. Consumers–those who receive or have received mental health services–continue to reject the label of “those who cannot help themselves.” For: ConsumersTopics: ADHD, Anxiety, Aspergers, Bipolar, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Depression, Eating Disorders, Emotional Health, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health and Social Services, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Obsessive Co... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4205978 Sat, 27 Nov 2010 17:00:05 +0100 4205978 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4151881&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FS8hdckm4nyI%2F URL: http://www.survivorsintl.org/Survivors International was founded in 1990 by a clinician who felt compelled by a deep sense of betrayal by his own profession when he read a medical article about doctors’ and psychologists’ roles in designing and carrying out torture in many parts of the world. For: Anyone, Consumers, Researchers, StudentsTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Clinical Psychology, Combat Stress, Corrections, Depression, Emotional Health, Insomnia, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Military, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Psychology and the Media, Quality of Life, Risk Assessment, Self-harm and suicide, Social Psychology, Social Support, TraumaFeatures: Articles, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Community and Social Networking, Group Management, Information, Links, Newsle... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4151881 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 17:00:16 +0100 4151881 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4142809&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FvsTFBpVp9iQ%2F URL: http://www.thewhocarestrust.org.uk/The Who Cares? Trust is a voice and a champion for children and young people in the UK living in care. The site is also beneficial for other countries as well. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Emotional Health, Health and Social Services, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Pediatric Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Quality of Life, Self-help, YouthFeatures: Collaborative News, Group Management, Information, Journals, Links, Societal or Organizational Membership The Who Cares? Trust is a voice and a champion for children and young people in the UK living in care.   The site is also beneficial for other countries as we... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4142809 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 19:48:17 +0100 4142809 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4142810&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F-ZulUEykm1k%2F URL: http://www.myh.org.uk/In this time of uncertain time for Muslims (and other cultures), the Muslim Youth Helpline (MYH) is a registered charity which provides pioneering faith and culturally sensitive services to Muslim youth. For: Anyone, Consumers, Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Emotional Health, Health and Social Services, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Pediatric Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Quality of Life, Self-help, Youth, Academia, Addiction, Attachment, Clinical Psychology, Common Factors, Depression, Emotional Health, General Psychology, Lifestyle, Personality, Trauma, YouthFeatures: Collaborative News, Group Management, Information, Journals, L... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4142810 Sat, 06 Nov 2010 17:00:41 +0100 4142810 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4125106&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FiVKcHAfiCcc%2F The American College of Physicians (ACP) just released a well-reasoned and thorough position paper, The Patient-Centered Medical Home Neighbor: The Interface of the Patient-Centered Medical Home with Specialty/Subspecialty Practices. As I’ve written before, the Big Idea behind ACOs (Accountable Care Organizations) is the notion of accountability, not the specifics of organizational structure. The purpose of the ACP position paper is to address the gaps that exist in care coordination when a physician refers a patient to a specialist. The obvious and logical answer proposed is to develop “Care Coordination Agreements” between primary care physicians and referring specialists, and the position paper takes 35 pages to explain why and how. A simplified way of thinking about Care... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4125106 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 17:28:08 +0100 4125106 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4119475&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F10%2Ffor-personalized-medicine-cpmc-is-gold.html Ok,So I just wrapped up a meeting with some, well, nearly all of the most brilliant minds in Pharmacogenomics. Where was I? Yes, on the cover of USA Today's life section.....But where was I really?Conference? No.VC event? No.I was at the Coriell Personalized Medicine Collaborative (CPMC) Pharmacogenomics Advisory Group meeting.Yes, that sleepy 'Ol Cell Line joint in Camden New Jersey.I am certain you all know about the CPMC now. But in case you have been sleeping. Coriell is climbing the mountain, gaining collaborators, building camps. They are essentially doing all the hard work of study analysis so that you don't have to.Brilliant if you ask me. Who in the world has the time or money to cull data, looking for important findings?Google funded "projects", Academic Programs and Not For Prof... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4119475 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 02:43:00 +0100 4119475 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4098061&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F76DD5Vg6nRU%2F URL: http://www.algy.com/anxiety/Welcome to the web’s first and still best self-help resource for those with anxiety disorders. Panic attacks, phobias, extreme shyness, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, and generalized anxiety disrupt the lives of an estimated 15% of the population. tAPir is a free grass-roots website dedicated to providing information, relief, and support for those recovering from debilitating anxiety. For: AnyoneTopics: ADHD, Anxiety, Aspergers, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Eating Disorders, Emotional Health, General Psychology, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Mental Health Promotion, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Personality disordersFeatures: Articles, Chat Rooms, Collaborative News, Forums, Informa... 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PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3456720 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:00:58 +0100 3456720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3429230&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F30jpkfKWKuQ%2F URL: http://www.parentwonder.com/Parent Wonder is here to help parents to enjoy parenthood, nurture our little bundle of joy to be the best, and not forgetting to live a happy and fulfilling life for ourselves as parents. For: Consumers, Students, TeachersTopics: Abnormal, Academia, Anger, Aspergers, Attachment, Autism, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Family Therapy, Fatherhood, General Science, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Parenting, Pediatric Depression, YouthFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Information, RSS Feeds, e-learningWe parents were never taught how to be one. It’s quite a risk to be a mom or dad without being “trained”? Don’t you think? We jump into fatherhood or motherh... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3429230 Wed, 31 Mar 2010 17:00:23 +0100 3429230 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3424911&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FIOvCO14psAA%2F URL: http://www.ncld.org/This site provides information on various learning disabilities. An extensive list of links, organized by topic, is also provided. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: ADHD, Academia, Autism, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Educational Psychology, Teaching, Teaching Psychology, YouthFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Information, LinksThis site provides information on various learning disabilities. An extensive list of links, organized by topic, is also provided. NCLD provides essential information to parents, professionals and individuals with learning disabilities, promotes research and programs to foster effective learning, and advocates for policies to protect and strengthen educational rights and opp... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3424911 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 17:00:09 +0100 3424911 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3386911&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FqcvW5tRG_zg%2F URL: http://www.asdreams.org/The International Association for the Study of Dreams is a non-profit, international, multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the pure and applied investigation of dreams and dreaming. Its purposes are to promote an awareness and appreciation of dreams in both professional and public arenas; to encourage research into the nature, function, and significance of dreaming; to advance the application of the study of dreams; and to provide a forum for the eclectic and interdisciplinary exchange of ideas and information. For: Anyone, Clinicians, ResearchersTopics: Behaviour Management, Emotional Health, General Psychology, General Science, Insomnia, Life, LifestyleFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Assessment Instruments, CE Activities, Clinical Tools, Collaborative... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3386911 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 22:24:34 +0100 3386911 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3382883&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FjoaNcbaZVbM%2F URL: http://www.nasponline.org/The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) is the premier source of knowledge, professional development, and resources, empowering school psychologists to ensure that all children and youth attain optimal learning and mental health. For: Anyone, StudentsTopics: ADHD, Academia, Addiction, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Fitness, Depression, Educational Psychology, Lifestyle, Parenting, Psycho-education, YouthFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Careers, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Community and Social Networking, Conferences, Forums, Information, Journals, Links, Societal or Organizational Membership, e-learningThe National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) is the premier source... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3382883 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 17:00:21 +0100 3382883 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3327028&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fatluf_Ejd5Q%2F URL: http://www.something-fishy.org/Dedicated to raising awareness and providing support to people with Eating Disorders, and their loved-ones… since 1995. For: AnyoneTopics: Addiction, Eating Disorders, General Psychology, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Life, LifestyleFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Conferences, Databases, Forums, Glossary, Information, Interviews, Links, Research, Therapist Directory, e-learning Dedicated to raising awareness and providing support to people with Eating Disorders, and their loved-ones… since 1995.  A pro-recovery site with help for those who suffer from Eating Disorders, with treatment centers, treatment locators, and support from those who have been there already, and are going through it... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3327028 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 17:00:33 +0100 3327028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3322413&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FYqurn2KYRHQ%2F URL: http://www.ifred.org/ iFred is dedicated to Bringing Depression Hope. iFred’s primary purpose is to Bring Depression Hope. iFred brings energy and information together from a variety of existing sources to educate, inform and change the way we look at depression today. We need to foster an environment where people feel comfortable getting help, they feel good about openly celebrating an individual’s ability to recover from a depressive episode, and support and applaud them in moving forward in a battle similar to that of any other illness. For: AnyoneTopics: Academia, Depression, Emotional Health, Lifestyle, PsychiatryFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Collaborative News, Conferences, Information, Links, Research, e-learning The International Foundation for Research and Edu... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3322413 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 17:00:48 +0100 3322413 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3750302&cid=t_110586_154_f&fid=35946&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FCanadianMedicine%2F%7E3%2F2ivy14dTVSY%2Fpharmacist-prescribing-prompts-legal.html Do you need to adjust your practice to limit liability risk?Physicians used to be the only people prescribing drugs to patients. Those days are long gone.Over the last four years or so, in almost every province, limited prescribing and renewal authorities have been granted to other health workers, including pharmacists, nurse practitioners and even naturopaths.The latest province to follow the trend is Ontario. Despite the Ontario Medical Association’s objections, work is now underway to permit pharmacists to extend, adapt and adjust prescriptions. New draft regulations will govern prescribing by nurses and naturopaths as well. British Columbia, P.E.I. and New Brunswick already have similar legislation, while Alberta pharmacists can become certified to initiate certain prescriptions. Nea... Canadian Medicine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3750302 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 05:00:00 +0100 3750302 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3271072&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FCoCnvVRV2Q4%2F URL: http://mdsasupport.homestead.com/home.htmlThe mission of Making Daughters Safe Again (MDSA) is to support and advocate for survivors of mother-daughter sexual abuse (MDSA), to educate professionals and the general public, and to inspire action, knowledge, healing and hope. For: AnyoneTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Family Therapy, General Psychology, Lifestyle, Pediatric Depression, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Sexual Assault, YouthFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Information, Links, e-learning The mission of Making Daughters Safe Again (MDSA) is to support and advocate for survivors of mother-daughter sexual abuse (mdsa), to educate pr... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3271072 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 17:00:12 +0100 3271072 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3243843&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FaftDEWWgZgI%2F URL: http://www.ragingalcoholic.com/I assume alcoholism or problem drinking is affecting you in someway. A way you really aren’t happy about. We’re here to give you information and access to resources. For: AnyoneTopics: Abnormal, Addiction, Anger, Behaviour Management, Chronic Disease, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Depression, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, Fatherhood, General Psychology, General Science, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Trauma, Treatment PlanningFeatures: Articles, Assessment Instruments, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Databases, Information, Links, Self Monitoring, Self-quizzes, e-learning I assume alcoholism or problem drinking is affecting you in... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3243843 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 17:00:21 +0100 3243843 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3115132&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FEFwkH0DTyS0%2F URL: http://www.save.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=home.viewPage&page_id=1SAVE was one of the nation’s first organizations dedicated to the prevention of suicide and was a co-founding member of the National Council for Suicide Prevention. For: AnyoneTopics: Behaviour Management, Clinical Psychology, Depression, General Psychology, Mental Health, Self-harm and suicide, StressFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Information, Links, e-learningSAVE was one of the nation’s first organizations dedicated to the prevention of suicide and was a co-founding member of the National Council for Suicide Prevention. Our history and growth from an all-volunteer, small grassroots group of passionate survivors led us to what is one of today’s leading national not-for-profit organization... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3115132 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:00:31 +0100 3115132 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3089345&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F_bnNaVYIFXE%2F URL: http://www.edap.org/The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the largest not-for-profit organization in the United States working to prevent eating disorders and provide treatment referrals to those suffering from anorexia, bulimia and binge eating disorder and those concerned with body image and weight issues. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Addiction, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Eating Disorders, General Psychology, General Science, Life, Lifestyle, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Varied Disorders, Varied TreatmentsFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Databases, Glossary, Information, Links, Research, e-learning The National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA) is the largest not-for-profit organization in the U... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3089345 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:00:48 +0100 3089345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3084828&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FGfKr10nnfy4%2F URL: http://longtermcareliving.com/LongTermCareLiving.com provides consumers with needed information nursing homes, assisted living/residential care, and other types of long term care. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Anxiety, Child and Adolescent, Depression, Emotional Health, Life, Quality of Life, Quality of Life Assessment, VariedFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Databases, Glossary, Information, Links, Patient Handouts, e-learning LongTermCareLiving.com provides consumers with needed information nursing homes, assisted living/residential care, and other types of long term care. Learn how to: Find and select a nursing home or assisted living facility; Prepare yourself and your family for the transition to long term care ; Write an advance directive, making sure your wishes are ... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3084828 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 17:00:38 +0100 3084828 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3067156&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FmEkR3q1jQvs%2F Atul Gawande’s most recent New Yorker article “Testing, Testing” addresses the critics who lament that there is no master plan to curb delivery system costs in pending health reform legislation. Gawande retorts: “Is that a bad thing?” …and he answers his own question by describing the value of pilot programs contained in both the Senate and House versions of health reform legislation. Is Gawande correct?  Yes and no…. (more…) Article Series - Medicare's New Direction for the Medical HomeCMS Shelves Medicare Medical Home DemonstrationMedicare’s Biggest Change in 40 Years on the Horizon?Three Years Of Medical Home Demonstration Preparation Down the Drain?The Real Secret Sauce of Medicare’s Participation in Regional Collaboratives — Network EffectsIs Gawan... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3067156 Tue, 08 Dec 2009 00:45:40 +0100 3067156 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3059756&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FJVap_jl306E%2F URL: http://www.asdreams.org/The International Association for the Study of Dreams is a non-profit, international, multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the pure and applied investigation of dreams and dreaming. For: AnyoneTopics: Abnormal, Academia, Clinical Psychology, Emotional Health, General Psychology, General ScienceFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Author Lists, Books, Case Studies, Collaborative News, Conferences, Databases, Information, Links, Research, e-learningThe International Association for the Study of Dreams is a non-profit, international, multidisciplinary organization dedicated to the pure and applied investigation of dreams and dreaming. Our purposes are to promote an awareness and appreciation of dreams in both professional and public arenas; to encourage... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3059756 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 17:00:17 +0100 3059756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3015326&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FFA64n_rZiwk%2F URL: http://www.icsahome.com/ICSA’s mission is to apply research and professional perspectives to the problems encountered by family members and former group members adversely affected by a cultic involvement and to forewarn those who might become involved in potentially harmful group situations. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Attachment, Biological Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Common Factors, General Psychology, Lifestyle, Social SupportFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Information, Links, e-learning ICSA’s mission is to apply research and professional perspectives to the problems encountered by family members and former group members adversely affected by a cultic involvement ... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3015326 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:00:03 +0100 3015326 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3003871&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FE-Jk96eOPWk%2F Last week I asked whether Medicare’s Biggest Change in 40 Years is on the horizon. That post described and discussed implications of Medicare’s new direction for the medical home — the shelving of Medicare Medical Home Demonstration (MMHD) and the refocusing on the recently announced Multi-Payer Advanced Primary Care Initiative (MAPCI). In that post I touched briefly on the potential for MAPCI to create effective networks at multiple levels — contracting networks, health IT networks, social and collaborative care networks.  I’d like to expand a bit today… So, why is Medicare’s participation in MAPCI  and other regional collaboratives such a big deal? Here’s my hypothesis: Medicare’s non-participation (to-date) in regional payer/provider collaboratives has been a rate... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3003871 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 00:53:23 +0100 3003871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2963158&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FZfmzPW7D7s8%2F URL: http://www.dyslexia.com/Why is Dyslexia a gift? For: ConsumersTopics: Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Coaching, Educational Psychology, Pediatric Depression, Teaching, YouthFeatures: Advertising, Articles, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Databases, File Sharing, Forums, Information, Links, e-learning Why is Dyslexia a gift? Dyslexic people are visual, multi-dimensional thinkers. We are intuitive and highly creative, and excel at hands-on learning. Because we think in pictures, it is sometimes hard for us to understand letters, numbers, symbols, and written words. We can learn to read, write and study efficiently when we use methods geared to our unique learning style. (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2963158 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:28:31 +0100 2963158 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2927366&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FDlNrsfqfBVY%2F URL: http://www.childrenofhoarders.com/bindex.phpFor many, growing up in an environment of constant chaos and disorganization has effects that go far beyond living amongst the accumulation of possessions or not being able to have friends over. Our parents who hoard often hid behind closed blinds isolating themselves from the world outside. For: Anyone, Consumers, AnyoneTopics: Anxiety, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Abnormal, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Family Therapy, Life, LifestyleFeatures: Author Lists, Databases, Information, Links, Therapist Directory, Articles, Case Studies, Collaborative News, DVDs and Videos, Forums, Information, e-learningFor many, growing up in an environment of constant chaos and disorganization ha... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2927366 Sun, 25 Oct 2009 17:00:30 +0100 2927366 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2904964&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2F0_vhnMGH51k%2F BrightTALK is sponsoring a complimentary Electronic Health Record Summit this Tuesday, October 20, 2009. David C. Kibbe MD, MBA and I will be presenting “Introduction to Clinical Groupware and the Clinical Groupware Collaborative” Clinical groupware is a new and evolving model for the development and deployment of health information technology (HIT) platforms and applications having the following characteristics: Use of the Internet and the web for EHR technology. Explicit design for information sharing and online communication among providers and patients/consumers. A modular or component architecture upon which applications can be aggregated to meet specific clinical and workflow tasks. Patient/consumer engagement tools that facilitate ongoing health management and care coo... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2904964 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:03:18 +0100 2904964 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2862604&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FNHWsxnws2mA%2F Here’s the big idea: accountable care organizations (ACOs) are about creating accountability. ACOs of various types are being proposed in national health reform legislation. For all you ever wanted to know about ACOs, read How to Create Accountable Care Organizations from the Center for Healthcare Quality and Payment Reform.   I spent an hour and a half poring over the details of this excellent report written by Harold Miller. My mistaken impression has been to focus on the organizational form of ACOs, rather than their objectives.  Organizational form is relevant in understanding ACOs, but primarily as a means toward creating accountability, not the end in itself.  Thus, expect to see many varying types of ACOs emerging based on local needs and characteristics. I initially a... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2862604 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 18:26:29 +0100 2862604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2824170&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FaIOwS0F9MDE%2F URL: http://www.autismspeaks.org/Autism Speaks is dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments, and cure for autism; to raising public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society. The video library mini clips documents symptoms and behaviors associated with pervasive developmental disorders. For: ConsumersTopics: Academia, Autism, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Depression, Family Therapy, Fatherhood, General Psychology, General Science, Life, Lifestyle, Parenting, Teaching Psychology, YouthFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Information, Links, e-learningAutism Speaks is dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, t... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2824170 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 17:00:22 +0100 2824170 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2820281&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FdqEbKVKpVTU%2F URL: http://www.childhelp.org/Not surprisingly, the perspectives of the children served by Childhelp are varied. Some have known nothing but abuse and neglect, believing they were alone and that no one cared. Others lived in happy homes with caring, loving families, only to be hurt by someone outside the home, usually someone they already knew and trusted. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Depression, Educational Psychology, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, Fatherhood, General Psychology, General Science, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Parenting, Pediatric Depression, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Sexual... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2820281 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 17:00:34 +0100 2820281 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2820282&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F8fZXLLY7Q7w%2F URL: http://www.stopsilentsuffering.com/If a loved one or someone you know is going through a progressive late-stage illness… and taking certain prescription pain relievers, a common side effect is constipation that can be debilitating and difficult for them to talk about. But even if they remain silent, you can be their voice. To learn more about ways that can help break the silence, go to our website. For: Anyone, Consumers, ConsumersTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Depression, Educational Psychology, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, Fatherhood, General Psychology, General Science, Health Promotion, Health Psychology, Health and Social Services, Life, Lifestyle, Mental Health, Parentin... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2820282 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:47:34 +0100 2820282 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2804028&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FX87R6YOmFcE%2F by Steve Adams, CEO, RMD Networks and Acting President, Clinical Groupware Collaborative   I’m writing to extend a warm personal invitation to learn more about the Clinical Groupware Collaborative (CGC).  To-date, purely through word-of-mouth over 40 companies have expressed interest in the CGC, and we expect that you’ll be hearing a lot more about us over the coming months. Our meeting will take place next Tuesday, September 22, 6 PM in conjunction with The Forum 09, the annual meeting of DMAA: The Care Continuum Alliance.  More details are provided at the bottom of this post. I’ll address a few questions that might be on your mind. Q. What is Clinical Groupware?  (more…) Tags: care management, clinical groupware, conference, DMAA, EHR, EMR, platform (Source: e-CareMa... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2804028 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 22:46:36 +0100 2804028 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2796486&cid=t_110586_107_f&fid=36698&url=http%3A%2F%2Fminingdrugs.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F09%2Finnovation-20-looking-for-strategy-in.html "You can’t control what you can't measure." [Tom DeMarco]I am strongly believing in people-centric innovation for drug design and health care. Still, we have serious challenges to solve before this can happen, and a lot of them are in-vivo, not in-silico:Get rid of the negative group dynamics.Accept information overload and embrace collaboration.Bridge silos, e.g. chemical data silos, but also break-down legal or license hurdles, e.g. by using micropayments.Please find below the slides and handout for my talk in October on the BioIT World conference. The conference will cover a large range of life science topics, e.g. -omics, semantics, technology, bioinformatics, life science software, collaboration platform, etc. This is all very exciting and I am looking forward to those talks and mee... Mining Drug Space blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2796486 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 18:21:00 +0100 2796486 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2744111&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FEx6IkJk3Nv4%2F URL: http://www.everyminute.org/everyminute.org supports innovative research that will profoundly transform the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental disorders, paving the way for a cure. The need for transformative, innovative research is urgent; each year, as many as 57 million Americans meet criteria for some mental disorder, with roughly 12 million reporting symptoms so severe as to cause significant disability and interference with everyday living. Similarly, the economic costs of mental disorders are estimated at over $317 billion, with most due to the loss of economic productivity as a result of the illnesses. We know that mental disorders can also be fatal. Each year more Americans die from suicide than from homicide. In sum, these are real disorders requiring life-saving ... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2744111 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 17:00:37 +0100 2744111 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2719776&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2Fjp_2OUrAwoQ%2F   “We need to make care linkages a core competency of American health care.”  George Halvorson, Chairman and CEO, Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Kaiser Foundation Hospital   There’s a double meaning to the title of this new series: Healthcare Crosses the Chasm to the Network Economy At the level of technology, it’s a reference to Geoffrey Moore’s bestselling business/technology book — “Crossing the Chasm”. The Chasm here is the huge gap between early adopters of technology and mainstream users. The book describes the process of bringing specific technologies into mainstream usage. At the level of clinical care, its a reference to the landmark 2001 report by the Institute of Medicine — “Crossing the Chasm”.  Here, the Chasm is a reference to the quality/safety... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2719776 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 01:09:37 +0100 2719776 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2702353&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F0ajFifmiIM4%2F URL: http://www.alivepast5.com/Child safety with baby safety tips and child safety tips to help parents prevent accidental death. For: AnyoneTopics: Attachment, Child and Adolescent, Fatherhood, Life, Lifestyle, Parenting, YouthFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Databases, Information, Links, e-learning Child safety with baby safety tips and child safety tips to help parents prevent accidental death. Alive Past 5’s child safety tips and baby safety tips were developed through vast research on preventable baby and child accidental deaths over years to discover the root causes of these horrific tragedies and formulate parenting tips on prevention. (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2702353 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 17:00:40 +0100 2702353 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2657715&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2Fp13pBKZdHqQ%2F URL: http://www.giftfromwithin.org/PTSD is real and we wanted to explain the condition without being too technical or too superficial. Gift From Within believes that persons with PTSD and related traumatic stress syndromes deserve the same respect and support that individuals and families suffering the impact of cancer, heart disease and stroke receive. At least 10,000,000 Americans have experienced some form of PTSD. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Emotional Health, Post Traumatic Stress DisorderFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Conferences, Information Dear Friends, We started Gift From Within in 1993 with the intention of giving trauma survivors, their loved ones and supporters a credible online website that was friendly and supportive. PTSD is real and we wanted to explain the ... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2657715 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 01:25:31 +0100 2657715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2639627&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FL62uVsfWwlE%2F A subtle but profound shift is occurring in the world of RHIOs/HIEs (Regional Health Information Organizations/Health Information Exchanges). …and the title of the eHealth Initiative’s Sixth Annual Survey of Health Information Exchange says it all: Migrating Toward Meaningful Use What’s happening here? (more…) Article Series - The Dog Manifesto: A Disruptive Innovator's Guide to Health ITWill HITECH Lead to Innovation? The Continuing Cat/Dog DialogueDogged Optimism: Five Innovative Aspects of HITECHFeline Foot-Dragging: Three Non-Innovative Aspects of HITECHWait and See: What’s Unclear or To-Be-Determined (TBD) About HITECH.Can Cats Think Outside the Box? Here’s a Role Model.Stand for Quality Group: “Link HIT Investment to Quality Improvement”EHR 2.0: ... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2639627 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 18:15:48 +0100 2639627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2616722&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=36089&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthesituationist.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F20%2Fthe-situation-of-homogeneity%2F This summer, I have finally gotten around to reading Richard Thaler and Cass Sunstein’s book Nudge and, unsurprisingly, there is much in the book that parallels situationist work.  Indeed, many (if not most) of the referenced social psychology experiments and dynamics should already be familiar to readers of this website. One paragraph that I came across this morning particularly struck a chord with me because it took up a topic that I addressed not a month earlier in an op-ed in the Baltimore Sun: the problem with “collaborative filtering,” whereby consumers are given recommendations based on the preferences of others with identical tastes.  As Thaler and Sunstein explain, [S]urprise and serendipity can be fun for people, and good for them too, and it may not be entirely wonderful... The Situationist blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2616722 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 04:01:47 +0100 2616722 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2598412&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fwhy-sb482-is-bust-i-am-amazed-by-smart.html If any of you were on the receiving end of my email blast, bear with me. I have a few points to make this morning. A coupla weeks ago, June 24th to be precise.......23andSergey reposted a tweet which really got my attention......The original tweet was "@23andMe BTW, you saved me $25 for a CF test - used my and spouse's 23 results instead. Thx!"The user is a really super smart CEO of a company.After Daniel MacArthur and I protested, 23andSergey pulled down the post........Normally not a big deal, but then came a tweet for me which really had me even further convinced of some issues with DTC"@hh Really, how so? Our fertility doc says "either of you been tested as a carrier of CF?", yes, both know status via our @23andme."Do they really know?No. Truth be told, the delta508 mutation is not ex... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2598412 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:41:00 +0100 2598412 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2598314&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2F_Qrq2SSm6Pk%2F I know — you’re thinking that using “geek” and “wisdom” in the same sentence is an oxymoron. Bear with me — I’m trying to make a really important point in today’s posting. Interoperability has multiple dimensions — and I’d bet that most of us have never thought of interoperabilty as involving “process” — people working together and collaborating; I know I hadn’t. The Interoperability Work Group of HL7’s Electronic Health Record (EHR) Technical Committee was formed in April 2005 to attempt to define the concept of interoperability. The group examined 100+ definitions of interoperabilty. Their work is summarized in their report: Coming to Terms: Scoping Interoperability for Health Care, February 2007. 3 Types of Interoperability: Technical, Semantic, Process ... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2598314 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 23:07:35 +0100 2598314 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2594565&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F07%2Fhooray-invited-to-gappnet.html In what turns out to be a brilliant decision on part of the CDC, they have created this network of collaborators called GAPPNet.Which stands for Genomics Applications in Practice and Prevention Network..... I think I had mentioned the great work of the CDC on this for quite some time.I first noticed their work while trolling through webcasts of the SACGHS meetings. The first which caught my eye was when Dr. Muin Khoury breifed the committee on the public health initiatives in this space. This was back in 2005 when we were trying to think about how best to expand access to genetic testing. My partner and I at the time were wet behind the ears in this space, in fact our initial feelings were very similar to Anne Wojcicki and Linda Avey......until we began to ask for advice and watch these me... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2594565 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 11:39:00 +0100 2594565 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2511154&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FcIev0DKojfw%2F URL: http://www.psychotherapynetworker.org/Psychotherapy Networker magazine just won its fourth Utne Reader Independent Press Award for 2009, in the Health/Wellness Coverage Category. For: Anyone, Anyone, Clinicians, StudentsTopics: ADHD, Abnormal, Academia, Addiction, Anxiety, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Depression, Eating Disorders, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, Psychodynamic, Self-help, Social Psychology, Varied, Abnormal, Addiction, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Psychology, Counselling, Depression, Psychiatry, Relationships, Self-harm and suicide, Self-help, Sexual Assault, Anxiety, Child and Adolescent, Counselling, General Psychology, TraumaFeatures: Community and Social Network... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2511154 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 17:00:11 +0100 2511154 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2473567&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FohGOzsTJxPs%2F URL: http://www.thebody.com/With over 600 topic areas, search the database of articles, facts, links to organizations, artistic expression, spirituality, activism, and international facts about HIV and AIDS. For: Anyone, ConsumersTopics: Chronic Disease, Depression, Health and Social ServicesFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Databases, Glossary, Information, Links, Question and Answer Service, Research With over 600 topic areas, search the database of articles, facts, links to organizations, artistic expression, spirituality, activism, and international facts about HIV and AIDS. The Body connects you with others: (1) Get leading experts’ views on the range of subjects and ask questions using “Ask the Experts” f... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2473567 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 17:00:37 +0100 2473567 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2473568&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FYPMHzR_B8w0%2F URL: http://www.something-fishy.org/Dedicated to raising awareness and providing support to people with Eating Disorders, and their loved-ones… since 1995. For: Anyone, Consumers, ConsumersTopics: Chronic Disease, Depression, Health and Social Services, Academia, Behaviour Management, Eating Disorders, Life, LifestyleFeatures: Articles, Case Studies, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Databases, Glossary, Information, Links, Question and Answer Service, Research, Articles, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Information, Resources At Something Fishy: Learn about the types of eating disorders, how to find online support, how to help a loved one, and the various recovery and coping strategies; Find treatment for an eating disorder from a listing of ove... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2473568 Thu, 11 Jun 2009 17:00:02 +0100 2473568 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2469606&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FoYuW2zV_Nmw%2F URL: http://www.afsp.org/With ways of dealing with suicide loss for survivors, and for ways of trying to help those thinking of suicide, the AFSP also has research grants and educational items at its disposal. For: AnyoneTopics: Depression, Health and Social Services, Lifestyle, Self-harm and suicideFeatures: Articles, Clinical Tools, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Databases, Information From Robert Gebbia, AFSP Executive Director:  The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, a 501(c)(3) organization, has been at the forefront of a wide range of suicide prevention initiatives in 2009 — each designed to reduce loss of life from suicide. We are investing in groundbreaking research, new educational campaigns, innovative demonstration programs and critical policy work... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2469606 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 17:26:24 +0100 2469606 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2452702&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FeBXZITRCkq8%2F URL: http://www.befrienders.org/index.aspBefrienders listen to people who are lonely, despairing or considering suicide. They don’t judge them, don’t tell them what to do. They listen. That may not sound much - but it can make the difference between life and death. People who feel suicidal are often so focused on a particular problem or pain that they find it difficult to see a way forward. Talking openly to a befriender, in a safe and confidential environment, can help. By listening to a suicidal person, a befriender helps them to listen to themselves. For: AnyoneTopics: Addiction, Anger, Behaviour Management, Bipolar, Counselling, Depression, Emotional Health, Self-harm and suicideFeatures: Articles, Collaborative News, Databases, Group Management, Information, Links Befr... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2452702 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 17:00:41 +0100 2452702 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424524&cid=t_110586_154_f&fid=35946&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.canadianmedicinenews.com%2F2009%2F05%2Fwhats-in-news-may-20-ontario-docs-have.html Ontario MDs anxious about financial mattersRecession aside, two recent events have some Ontario physicians concerned about financial matters.The first matter of concern is the Ontario government's sudden decision last month to suspend new hiring in capitation-model practices such as Family Health Teams.The news prompted the Coalition of Family Physicians of Ontario (COFP) to release an "urgent notice" to all doctors in the province. "With the present freeze by Government, new doctors poised to enter the medical work force are being forced to put their plans on hold and reconsider their options. Likewise, established doctors, who have made significant financial investments in setting up as a FHN/FHT/FHO/FHG, now face uncertainty and potentially devastating losses." [COFP notice]Health minis... Canadian Medicine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424524 Wed, 20 May 2009 08:00:00 +0100 2424524 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424204&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F_POB2m55IFo%2F URL: http://www.getnetwise.org/Get Net Wise helps you to keep your kids safe online! For: Anyone, Consumers, ConsumersTopics: Abnormal, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Bipolar, Child and Adolescent, Common Factors, Depression, Eating Disorders, Life, Lifestyle, Medicine, Mental Health, Parenting, Abnormal, Academia, Child and Adolescent, YouthFeatures: Articles, Commentary and Blogs, Information, Question and Answer Service, Articles, Collaborative News, Glossary, ResourcesGet Net Wise teaches you how to: Keep children safe online, Identify online trouble and get law enforcement contact information, Prevent unwanted email from flooding your inbox, Report the spammers, Protect your computer from hackers and viruses, and Keep your personal info private. (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424204 Tue, 19 May 2009 17:00:06 +0100 2424204 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2398875&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FWnaePHnPrt4%2F by Tom Doerr, MD and Randy Bak, MD, JD What if the health care payer were re-imagined as a service to the primary care doctor - supplying the tools, information and funding primary care physicians needed to meet the call to reform health delivery? The structure of physician payment is considered one of the most problematic aspects of our health care system.  Driven by volume instead of coordinated, proactive care and favoring procedures over cognitive work, the payment system has driven primary care into decline and stifled improvements in quality and efficiency.  Indeed, primary care physicians are overstressed and demoralized by demands, coming from every direction, that drive them only to see more patients, as quickly as possible.   In this state, primary care cannot attract new phy... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2398875 Thu, 07 May 2009 19:06:03 +0100 2398875 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2580279&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2FWnaePHnPrt4%2F by Tom Doerr, MD and Randy Bak, MD, JD What if the health care payer were re-imagined as a service to the primary care doctor – supplying the tools, information and funding primary care physicians needed to meet the call to reform health delivery? The structure of physician payment is considered one of the most problematic aspects of our health care system.  Driven by volume instead of coordinated, proactive care and favoring procedures over cognitive work, the payment system has driven primary care into decline and stifled improvements in quality and efficiency.  Indeed, primary care physicians are overstressed and demoralized by demands, coming from every direction, that drive them only to see more patients, as quickly as possible.   In this state, primary care cannot attract n... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2580279 Thu, 07 May 2009 16:19:14 +0100 2580279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2389849&cid=t_110586_107_f&fid=36698&url=http%3A%2F%2Fminingdrugs.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F05%2Fdrug-design-and-thinking-unthinkable.html "The problem pharma industry faces isn’t that they didn’t see generics coming. They not only saw it miles off, they figured out early on that they needed a plan to deal with it. ... In drug design the unthinkable scenario unfolded something like this: The ability to share data and intellectual properties wouldn’t shrink, it would grow. Walled data silos would prove unpopular and inefficient. ... No one experiment is going to replace what we are now losing with designed drugs, but over time, the collection of new experiments that do work might give us the cure we need." [adapted from Clay Shirky]We need legal support, intellectual property protection, and social legal systems, we need them more than ever ! Sure, we want to work 'openly' together, but not without payment. I think ther... Mining Drug Space blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2389849 Wed, 06 May 2009 18:32:00 +0100 2389849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2348530&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F0TfJ-lBr6hM%2F URL: http://www.encephalitis.info/Made famous by the awe-inspiring Dr. Oliver Sacks, encephalitis lethargica is one of many disorders in the group of encephalitis. From the movie Awakenings, which was one of the most popular medical influenced movies of all time, encephalitis is called “the sleeping sickness.” For: Consumers, Consumers, Anyone, Consumers, ResearchersTopics: Anger, Anxiety, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Emotional Health, Family Therapy, Parenting, Personality disorders, Youth, Abnormal, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Eating Disorders, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Fitness, Depression, Eating Disorders, Fitness, Life, Lifestyle, Abnormal, Chronic Disease, Clinical Psychology, Mental Health, Neur... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2348530 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 17:00:25 +0100 2348530 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2299063&cid=t_110586_136_f&fid=37846&url=http%3A%2F%2Fhealthinfoispower.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F03%2F25%2Fto-screen-or-not-to-screen-ultrasound-ca125-blood-test-fail-to-detect-early-stage-ovarian-cancer%2F On March 10, 2009, Libby’s H*O*P*E*™ reported on the preliminary findings of a large British study that suggest that the combination of transvaginal ultrasound and CA125 blood test (a blood serum marker for ovarian cancer) can detect early ovarian cancer.  A recent U.S. study, published in the April 2009 issue of Obstetrics & Gynecology, found [...] (Source: Libby's H*O*P*E*) Libby's H*O*P*E* blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2299063 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 01:48:19 +0100 2299063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2287226&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2FOiJG924QjVA%2F URL: http://www.cci.org/site/c.cdKGIRNqEmG/b.3978475/k.BED8/Home.htmCanine Companions for Independence provides assistance dogs to people with developmental or physical disabilities who can demonstrate that a Canine Companion will enhance their independence or quality of life. For: Consumers, Clinicians, Consumers, ResearchersTopics: Addiction, Attachment, Behaviour Management, Depression, Emotional Health, Sexual Assault, Cognitive, Common Factors, Life, LifestyleFeatures: Chat Rooms, Community and Social Networking, Forums, Glossary, Information, Collaborative News, Commentary and Blogs, Information Canine Companions for Independence provides assistance dogs to people with developmental or physical disabilities who can demonstrate that a Canine Companion will enhance their independen... PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2287226 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 17:00:16 +0100 2287226 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2258345&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=34625&url=http%3A%2F%2Fclinicalit.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F03%2Fok-haters-heres-your-chance.html Those of you who have been critical of the EHR certification process and other aspects of national health IT policy have a chance to make some of that policy. Here's a solicitation that just went out from the Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology:DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICESOffice of the National Coordinator for Health Information TechnologyHIT Standards Committee and HIT Policy Committee Nomination Letters ACTION: Notice on letters of nomination. SUMMARY: The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (Act), Pub. L. 111-5 amends the Public Health Service Act (PHSA) to add new sections 3002 and 3003. The new section 3003 of the PHSA establishes the HIT Standards Committee to make recommendations to the National Coordinator for Health Informatio... Neil Versel's Healthcare IT Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2258345 Wed, 11 Mar 2009 04:50:00 +0100 2258345 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2258161&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F6SlGpSdHqPE%2F URL: http://www.malesurvivor.org/You are not alone. For: Consumers, Consumers, ConsumersTopics: Attachment, Child and Adolescent, Family Therapy, Fatherhood, Life, Self-harm and suicide, Anger, Behaviour Management, Child and Adolescent, Depression, Fatherhood, Sexual AssaultFeatures: Articles, Dictionary, Glossary, Information, Links, Articles, Forums, Information, Links, Articles, Chat Rooms, Collaborative News, Information You are not alone. Welcome to the MaleSurvivor community, which provides resources and support for men who were sexually victimized as children, adolescents, or adults. (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2258161 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 17:00:27 +0100 2258161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2200522&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F543349017%2F URL: http://allpsych.com/Virtual Psychology Classroom. For: AnyoneTopics: ADHD, Abnormal, Academia, Addiction, Anger, Anxiety, Bipolar, Clinical Psychology, Depression, History of Psychology, Psycho-education, Psychodynamic, Psychology and TechnologyFeatures: Articles, Author Lists, Collaborative News, Databases, File Sharing, Forums, e-learningVirtual Psychology Classroom with over 2000 pages of information. Includes three complete psychology texts (General, Personality, and Statistics), a detailed psychology timeline, biographies, a 500+ word psychology dictionary, information on mental disorders, career and educational information, online research, psychology journal, an active psychology student forum, and more. (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2200522 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 17:00:22 +0100 2200522 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2211210&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2F8CNlOodxzOM%2F We have learned that coordinating care of patients — particular care of Medicare patients — is complex and time consuming for physicians. A breakthrough study quantifies just how complex and challenging care coordination really is.  The study is reported in the February 17 issue of Annals of Internal Medicine and is entitled Primary Care Physicians’ Links to Other Physicians Through Medicare Patients: The Scope of Care Coordination : We found that in a single year for just fee-for-service Medicare patients, the typical primary care physician needs to coordinate care with 229 other physicians working in 117 different practices…. The number of peers was greater for physicians treating patients with higher chronic illness burden, who may benefit the most from coordination. My m... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2211210 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:12:52 +0100 2211210 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2580298&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=35744&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fe-CareManagement%2F%7E3%2F8CNlOodxzOM%2F We have learned that coordinating care of patients — particular care of Medicare patients — is complex and time consuming for physicians. A breakthrough study quantifies just how complex and challenging care coordination really is.  The study is reported in the February 17 issue of Annals of Internal Medicine and is entitled Primary Care Physicians’ Links to Other Physicians Through Medicare Patients: The Scope of Care Coordination : We found that in a single year for just fee-for-service Medicare patients, the typical primary care physician needs to coordinate care with 229 other physicians working in 117 different practices…. The number of peers was greater for physicians treating patients with higher chronic illness burden, who may benefit the most from coordination. My m... e-CareManagement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2580298 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 00:06:43 +0100 2580298 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2191013&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fwhy-23andme-why-now.html A few people have been asking me these questions after my recent blog post. Andrew and Daniel (Two prolific bloggers in the personalized genomics space) are both asking these questions and rightly so.1) Why did 23andMe take such a risk? They had a nice Novelty genetic testing game working (albeit flawed). Why risk by going into truly defined medical practice?I think this move rests on 3 assumptionsA) Most people won't buy a dunkin' donut's coffee today as they cut back costs. Why spend 399 on a vanity bobble?Thus BB) People pay for medical necessities still. So to sell tests, they can make it look like a medical need.C) Most investors are looking to shorten their ROI time frame especially in this economy.2) Why now? Why take the risk now? Aren't they risking their already set income stream... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2191013 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:39:00 +0100 2191013 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2183097&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fprasugrel-saves-clopidogrel.html You gotta love it. The other day I was talking to a pharma rep, yes I do speak with them.....and they were all excited about Effient (generic name Prasugrel). What are these medications and why was the Pharma Rep excited?Well, you see Plavix(generic name Clopidogrel) which is one of the top 3 selling medications in the world is given to people who have had a stroke or heart attack. This medication is given to prevent another heart attack or stroke......Also, this medication is given to people who have received stents in their coronary arteries. This is to prevent the stents from clogging up with platelets.......sort of a Drano in a pill so to speak.It is also given to people who are having an acute heart attack.These 2 medications are blood thinners. How do these thinners work? They block ... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2183097 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 12:10:00 +0100 2183097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2173430&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fdont-take-my-kodachrome-away.html Do you remember when you had to send your film to Rochester NY or Ohio to get developed......you would stop by the store check your last name.........Nope......sorry no pictures yet!! Even the thought of keeping that little tear off tag drove me nutty!It was exciting, but it also was a huge pain in the a$$......What if the pictures were screwed up, you would have to send your negatives back so that they could get run again.........That being said, Kodachrome is the gold standard of photo film, but that is so 1980s. In fact, there is only one processor of Kodachrome in the entire US left other than Kodak of course......These guys had a great economy of scale with the processing centers and in fact it made a very nice business model for a while until Kodak discontinued Kodachrome......Well i... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2173430 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 02:42:00 +0100 2173430 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2167992&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Frecessionary-discretionhotcoupons4u.html Yes, I am a big fan of the race to the bottom. At least in the case of SNP scanning. We have seen Navigenics drop their price, deCode drops off the earth and 23andMe???? Well, in a discretionary move they show use the true value of SNP scans.....I give you HotCoupons4U.....The 23andMe special, pay close attention...From the website.....Featured Savings & Discount DealsWin $5000 A Week For Life (Expires 2/26/2009)Win $25,000 Room A Day (Expires 3/6/2009)Dicks Sporting Goods Coupon: $10 OFF (Expires 4/30/2009)Win a Smart Fortwo Car or $14,000 Cash (Expires 10/31/2009)Get Free Nutrish Dog Food Sample (On Going)Honey Baked Big or Small Ham Feast (On Going)$3 Off Disney DVD in The Store (On Going)ToysRUs Free Shipping on Select Toys (On Going)Victoria's Secret December $10 off Any Purchase ... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2167992 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 12:22:00 +0100 2167992 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2163869&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fwhat-will-it-add-huh-ed.html "MDVIP doctors “are very enthused and very interested in what this is going to add clinically to their management of the patient,” MDVIP CEO Edward Goldman told Pharmacogenomics Reporter this week."That from a report by GenomeWeb's Turna Ray yesterday. (Subscription needed...bummer)That is a superb question to be interested in Ed.....What will Navigenics' Annual Insight test add clinically to the care of patients?????The short answer: We have no clue.That being said, have doctors done things on or to patients in which they had no clue what the outcome is likely to be?Yes, it is called medical research. What it's not, is standard of care, even more, it's not concierge care. That's for certain. The team at MDVIP should be focused on taking family histories, med-med reconciliation and med... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2163869 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 12:49:00 +0100 2163869 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2160650&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fever-heard-of-accountant-death-knell-to.html I am sure you all must have heard. Tom Daschle, Washington insider, former Senator bungled his taxes and ended up having to step down from his likely post as HHS Secretary and Health Czar for the White House....Many are left wondering if this dealth a death blow to Obamacare.I have been asking myself, how can a simple guy with medical practices, some medical school debt, dependants, retirement accounts, another couple of LLCs, a successful consultancy and a college savings plan manage to get his taxes right, but a guy who got paid a zillion dollars and the tax troubles stemmed in part from failing to pay tax on his consulting income, in part from taking too many charitable dedications, and in part from use of the car service. Hasn't he ever heard of an accountant. What about H&R block,... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2160650 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 12:02:00 +0100 2160650 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2156907&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Ffast-facts-about-cpmc.html Ok,So after fielding a ton of questions regarding Coriell and sending a bunch of people towards their site, I figured I should give all of you some key points about the StudyCoriell Personalized Medicine Collaborative (CPMC)Launched by Coriell Institute for Medical Research in December 2007, the CPMC is anevidence-based research study designed to determine the benefit of using personalgenome information in clinical decision-making.GoalsThe CPMC is a forward-looking, collaborative effort involving physicians, scientists,ethicists, genetic counselors, information technology experts and volunteer studyparticipants. The goal is to better understand the impact of genome-informed medicine andto guide its ethical, legal and responsible implementation.The CPMC also aims to understand why people of... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2156907 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 17:09:00 +0100 2156907 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2150885&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F02%2Fcoriell-goes-live.html Today the Coriell Personalized Medicine Collaborative website goes live. After many months of really hard work they are ready to show everyone what a Personalized Medicine Collaborative Study looks like. I maintain, without the information to be generated by Coriell, we have absolutely no clue what the heck these DTC SNP scans are clinically worth. I can tell you what 23andMe thinks they are worth-$399 even for study participants.....Navigenics-2500 unless being a study participant, then it's $375.......Coriell says-They are FREE to participants $0, genetic counseling included!!!This is a powerful statement and I am proud to be a member of the Informed Cohort Oversight Board of this "First of Its Kind" Cohort Study!The website is fantastic and lists some significant information. Including ... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2150885 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:41:00 +0100 2150885 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2134886&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fharsh-on-all-fronts.html I am often accused of being overly critical....whether it is of the Genetic Counselors, or the Physicians, or maybe the Scientists. I am definitely critical of DTC and even more so of the Medical Geneticists....In fact, I praise each of these groups at such a low rate, that many think I am looking to isolate myself from the entire field.....I am not. I just point out problems in our backyards so that we can clean them up.....I was told the other day by a senior Geneticist that what I had done to the Genetic Counselors had then questioning their roles. I had thrown academic genetic departments up in arms, trying to now figure out how to bill legally for what they are doing....Is that such a bad thing? To make people accountable for what they do.....to help motivate them to lobby extra hard ... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2134886 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 11:45:00 +0100 2134886 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2116138&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fcongratulations-president-obama.html Now that we have a new president many may wonder what will occur in the realm of personalized medicine. Well, the short answer is ALOT. Several things that the democratic majority in the house, senate and executive branch plan to enact.1. Senator/President Elect Obama's Personalized Medicine Bill will likely pass or Congressman Kennedy's version. What does that mean?He has proposed an interagency task force on genomics research, modernize FDA review of genomics tests and expand support to genomics researchers, including funding and creation of a new mechanism to allow researchers across the country to access and analyze genomics research. As president, Obama will continue to support advances in personalized medicine to help ensure early detection and treatment of cancer and other diseases.... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2116138 Tue, 20 Jan 2009 11:17:00 +0100 2116138 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2112542&cid=t_110586_107_f&fid=36698&url=http%3A%2F%2Fminingdrugs.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fcollaboration-bullseye-20-information.html "Using the Internet today is like trying to use a library where all the books have been dumped on the floor and the lights turned out." [A.J. Vendeland, 1996]"A metaphor I use to describe the Internet and now web, how it is organized, and how useful the stuff is that one can find there. My kitchen junk drawer has lots of good useful stuff, mixed in with lots of useless stuff that I have no need for but I have kept anyway, just in case!" [J. C. Neale]This post has two major goals. One is to disentangle the difference between information overload and filter failure in science. The second is to show a potential way-out of both problems.This post was triggered by a controversial discussions, saying that in science information overload IS or IS NOT filter failure.IS - Clay Shirky started the wh... Mining Drug Space blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2112542 Sat, 17 Jan 2009 17:46:00 +0100 2112542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2104771&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fsurgeon-generals-family-history-redux.html Have you guys seen this yet? A reader let me know that the Surgeon General had officially launched the revamped site. Family history is the key the tool that geneticists and counselors use to look for patterns of disease and heritability. Some people just pay attention to cancer, others focus on all diseases.....heck, I even look for history of adverse drug reactions in families. You never know what you will find, but if you look, you often find something. The problem? It often takes a long time and information can be inaccurate. This is why counselors spend days on end trying to track down accurate records for cancer prediction risk.....This is time consuming and doesn't get paid for.....so now there is help.Yes, after much adjustment and web-work, the Surgeon General's Family History too... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2104771 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:49:00 +0100 2104771 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2092473&cid=t_110586_113_f&fid=34625&url=http%3A%2F%2Fclinicalit.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fahic-successor-now-national-ehealth.html The group once known informally as AHIC 2.0 and later AHIC Successor finally has a name of its own: the National eHealth Collaborative. This completes the privatization of the American Health Information Community (AHIC), a public-private advisory board to the secretary of Health & Human Services.Leadership positions for 2009 remain as announced a month ago:Chair: John Tooker, M.D., executive VP and CEO of the American College of PhysiciansVice chair: Kevin Hutchison, president and CEO of e-prescribing vendor Prematics, Vienna, Va.Treasurer: Thomas Fritz, CEO of Inland Northwest Health Services, Spokane, Wash.Secretary: Laura Miller, interim executive director of the National eHealth CollaborativeOther board members include:Laura Adams, president and CEO, Rhode Island Quality Institute... Neil Versel's Healthcare IT Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2092473 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:02:00 +0100 2092473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2092766&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fattention-lab-directors-fda-is-coming.html I have been mentioning this several times to several VC firms and to several small companies. If your business plan or investment does not have a section devoted to getting FDA approval, you will soon see that business do 1 of 3 things.1. Be sold to a commercial lab who can get FDA approval quicker2. Become extinct3. Struggle to create a plan to attain FDA approval and be 6 months to 1 year later to launch.Why am I saying this today???? Did anyone look at the NY Times yesterday?Quest admits problems with the Vitamin D test???On Good Morning America Diane Sawyer said "I didn't know that the tests which my doctor ordered are not FDA approved"Translation: A huge amount of public demand on an already strapped organization to regulate and assure the quality of laboratory testing, just as they d... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2092766 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:55:00 +0100 2092766 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2074965&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2F2009-kansas-is-going-bye-bye.html Ok, So last year I closed with a joke from Francis Collins, who by the way, I predict to be the next head of the NIH....The Joke?"There is this woman who is married to a research geneticist......... He keeps telling her how great their sex life WILL be." That certainly was the hype from 2008. As we finally begin to wash ourselves off from the greatest hype and over-selling ever committed in Genomics, we may be a little skeptical...Even the FDA has now jumped on the regulation bandwagon. That's ok. But please don't dismiss Personalized Medicine as dead. Trust me, We've only just begun....To prove this works.....First, I am proud to announce that Helix Health is the newest member of the Personalized Medicine Coalition. In addition, I will be serving on their Clinical Science Committee. I am ... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2074965 Thu, 01 Jan 2009 05:13:00 +0100 2074965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2074034&cid=t_110586_109_f&fid=34752&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FPsychsplash%2F%7E3%2F499587735%2F URL: http://www.psychnews.co.uk/News for psychology teachers. For: Students, TeachersTopics: OCR Level-A Psychology, Teaching, Teaching PsychologyFeatures: Collaborative News, Commentary and BlogsNews for psychology teachers written by Mark Holah.  Very informative website, including comments from readers, as well as psychology news all over the world (it is a UK site, so expect UK news). (Source: PsychSplash) PsychSplash blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2074034 Wed, 31 Dec 2008 17:00:45 +0100 2074034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2061532&cid=t_110586_131_f&fid=35743&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthegenesherpa.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fcopy-number-variation-epigenetics-bio.html I was watching National Geograpghic HD last night. Yes, I do have a few minutes to watch TV. I always love to watch their in the womb specials. This time it was Twins.What I love is the way they tell the story and teach the science (very lightly). I have to say, I have tried to teach doctors these subjects for a while now and most of what I get are these blank stares.NatGeo has these wonderful graphic animations and weave a story around the animations with real clinical examples that bring the science to life.Maybe we need to start having physicians watch NatGeo. We could scrub NCHPEG and anything EMedicine or UpToDate has to offer (which are average tools and topics).Why? In one brief 60 minutes episode of NatGeo, they covered1. Twins have epigenetic differences, explained epigenetics inc... Gene Sherpas: Personalized Medicine and You blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2061532 Mon, 22 Dec 2008 12:02:00 +0100 2061532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2056475&cid=t_110586_107_f&fid=36698&url=http%3A%2F%2Fminingdrugs.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F12%2Fdrug-designers-are-creating-innovative.html "The FDA will approve at least 21 first-of-a-kind drugs this year, up from 18 in 2007. And the number of black-box warnings decreased by 25 percent. The boxed warnings are the most serious a drug can carry." [salon.com]It is well known that researchers in pharma are facing challenging times. Nonetheless, the FDA has approved increased the number of approved drugs last year (21 drugs compared to 18 in 2007). This in combination with the increasing innovation in pharmaceutical research gives hope for the next years.The question for me is, can this industry still be innovative with all those layoffs, and still make it a mission possible for the next years? I know that some people think that technology can help"The constant march of technology makes it possible for a smaller work force to do ... Mining Drug Space blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2056475 Sat, 20 Dec 2008 14:54:00 +0100 2056475