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Mental Health America 21 May 2013.
http://www.u2interactive.com/a_newsarticle17.html
Donate to support the work of Mental Health America...
and get access to the world renowned CBT program for depression and anxiety, Beating the Blues. Made available courtesy of U Squared Interactive.
http://www.ultrasis.com/news/article.html?article_id=325
http://www.mentalhealthamerica.net/
Look below welcome
The House and Senate have approved more money for..
Mental Health, protection of abused children and women's health care. One of the biggest budget items was mental health; which was proposed after the shooting massacre at Sandy Hook Elementary.
http://www.newschannel10.com/story/22246539/increased-funding-for-mental-health-services-in-texas
TORONTO - The roll-out of a new smart-phone app!
Money for a two-year study should go some distance toward helping Canadian veterans and others cope with post-traumatic stress disorder, the federal government announced Monday.
http://www.timescolonist.com/life/health/new-app-research-money-announced-for-vets-suffering-post-traumatic-stress-1.146679
The suicide rate among middle-aged Americans rose 28% in a decade, a new report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) has found.
There were 38,350 suicides in 2010, making it the nation's 10th leading cause of death, the CDC said.
News http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-us-canada-22391293
THE federal government:-
Will spend an extra $25.3 million on mental health services for the growing number of veterans from more than a decade of operations in East Timor, Iraq and Afghanistan. The new defence white paper released today says.
http://www.theaustralian.com.au/national-affairs/defence/more-money-for-veterans-mental-health/story-e6frg8yo-1226634688570
Medtech Microsoft.
The West Auckland trust yesterday signed agreements with technology provider Microsoft and Medtech that cover future development and marketing of Whanau Tahi Navigator.
Chief Executive John Tamihere says while there are plenty of products to manage medical practices, such as the MedSoft system used by the majority of New Zealand GPs, there has been nothing similar in social services.
http://www.waateanews.com/waateanews/x_story_id/Mzk2Nw.html
http://www.ultrasis.com/news/article.html?article_id=253
CAMPBELL, Calif., May 01, 2013
EMQ FamiliesFirst has initiated a pilot program to offer the high-tech depression and anxiety treatment program, Beating the Blues, to caregivers of children served by the agency's behavioral health programs. Beating the Blues, developed by U(2) Interactive, has a proven track record of treating mild to moderate depression and anxiety in adults.
http://www.marketwatch.com/story/childrens-nonprofit-employs-computer-based-program-to-help-adult-caregivers-with-depression-and-anxiety-2013-05-01
Beating The Blues (full thread) | Mumsnet Discussion:
I was recommended by my gp today, he said to Google 'beating the blues' but I can only find a site that wants me to pay. can anyone help.
www.mumsnet.com/Talk/feeling.../a1729435-beating-the-blue...
The Obama administration proposes investing $235 million dollars
Into a new mental health program for our schools that is meant to increase the safety of our children and prevent future Newtowns. The money will train teachers and masters level mental ...
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/allen-frances/the-obama-plan-spending-m_b_3065869.html
This project seeks to increase access to talking therapies by
black and minority ethnic communities. There will be pilots taking place in five areas within five regions of the UK (London, East Midlands, North West, South West and Yorkshire and Humberside). The project will not only raise awareness of the benefits of talking therapies, and also signpost attendees to local services.
http://www.raceequalityfoundation.org.uk/iapt
MK IAPT - Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT)
service - is delivered as a partnership between Milton Keynes Community Health Services (MKCHS) and Milton Keynes Council. It provides services to all patients registered with any of the "28" Milton Keynes GP practices. (CBT/NICE)....
http://www.mkchs.nhs.uk/default.asp?ContentID=7289
WASHINGTON — Facing growing criticism from Congress, veterans’ groups and even late-night television hosts, the Obama administration announced on Friday that it would include significant increases for veterans’ programs, including money for mental health services, in the budget it unveils next week.
http://www.nytimes.com/2013/04/06/us/administration-to-increase-spending-on-veterans-programs.html?_r=0
03 April 2013
CCGs will embrace healthcare technology solutions better than their predecessor PCTs because they are much closer to the problem, believes Ultrasis UK Ltd's John Smith …
http://www.publicservice.co.uk/feature_story.asp?id=22236
NHS Leeds 2013.
At Leeds Counselling we provide CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and CfD (Counselling for Depression) for NHS patients referred to us through the NHS Primary Care Mental Health (IAPT) service. Other interventions, such as guided self-help, stress and mood management, and groups, are available through our partners – Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust, Community Links, and Touchstone.
http://www.leedscounselling.org.uk/nhs-patients-iapt/
29 Mar 2013 New talking therapy service set for launch.
Surrey GPs will be able to refer people over the age of 18 to the Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) Primary Care Service, provided by Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, from Tuesday (April 2).
http://www.elmbridgetoday.co.uk/News/New_talking_therapy_service_launch_0000004495
IAPT/NICE/NHS
They will be qualified to deliver NICE-compliant psychologies therapies to individuals with common mental health problems, including depression and anxiety disorders.
http://www.surrey.ac.uk/psychology/study/pg/psychologicalintervention/
NHS/NICE/IAPT....
The Increasing Access to Psychological Therapies (IAPT) agenda aims to greatly increase the availability of NICE recommended psychological treatment for individuals who meet diagnostic criteria for depression and anxiety within the National Health Service (NHS) in England.
http://www.lancs.ac.uk/shm/research/iapt/
BtB USA....Contract Win 21 March 2013.
http://www.u2interactive.com/a_newsarticle15.html
U2 Interactive welcomes National Church Residences as a new customer.
National Church Residences have contracted with U Squared Interactive to provide Beating the Blues to residents living within their supported housing programs in the Ohio area.
http://www.ultrasis.com/news/article.html?article_id=321
Libor For Mental Health 20 March 2013.
Money from fines imposed on banks that had rigged interest rates has been paid to military causes, the chancellor announced in his Budget today.
George Osborne said: ‘Further awards from the Libor [London inter-bank offered rates] banking fines have gone to good military causes, with money for Combat Stress to help veterans with mental health issues and funds for Christmas boxes for all our troops on operations this year and next.
http://www.moneyobserver.com/news/13-03-20/money-banking-fines-goes-armed-forces
NHS returns slowly...April CCG's complete GP hold purse strings.
Statement from Chairman and Chief Executive
A key milestone for the Company was reached via the investment in Ultrasis by an existing significant shareholder, Mr Paul Bell, which was announced on 29 January 2013 and which made available up to £2.85m through a combination of both new equity (£0.5m) and debt (£2.35m) facilities. This investment provides the Company with medium term financial security during difficult times, allowing the management team to focus on business development, both in the UK and internationally.
The economic climate remains very tough and particularly challenging in our core market, the UK's NHS. The significant changes to commissioning arrangements under the Health & Social Care Act are now nearing final form, with new CCGs being established and funding arrangements put in place. The NHS Commissioning Board has now authorised CCGs to commission services for their communities in 163 of the 211 CCGs planned to be in place by 1 April 2013.
The incidence of anxiety and depression across the country is continuing to increase and the NHS remains an important area of focus. The emergence of CCGs will provide GPs with a greater opportunity to influence the decision making that delivers outcomes that matter to them and their patients. Recent new contract gains and continued renewals confirm that BtB, as recommended by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, remains an efficacious solution for the treatment of anxiety and depression. BtB remains a world leading low cost solution with direct economic relevance to the NHS.
In North America, USquared Interactive is making solid progress with BtB US. Notable achievements include our first Blue Cross Blue Shield insurer in South Carolina; commencement of three large research projects, funded by the National Institute of Mental Health America, utilising BtB US ; commencement of a pilot with New York State office of Mental Health in a number of primary care clinics; and the successful pilot with the Veterans Association of Michigan. Revenues are starting to build in the US and discussions are advancing with a number of other potential healthcare providers.
Post period end, we were pleased to welcome Mr Daniel Bate to the Board on 14 February 2013. We anticipate Mr Bate's experience of UK capital markets being of significant use to Ultrasis as we seek to grow the business.
Outlook
The NHS market in the UK remains weak, but the Board sees evidence that, as the newly formed Clinical Commissioning Groups begin to take up their responsibilities, some resumption of purchasing activity is taking place and anticipates that this trend will continue.
IAPT: Improving Access to Psychological Therapies CBT...
Are there times when you feel down, sad, lonely, stressed or angry? Everyone experiences these feelings at some point in their lives. For many people these feelings come and go but for some people these feelings continue for a long time. It can seem like you are alone, but you’re not. Many young people experience depression, anxiety and stress but few people talk about it. It’s likely that one of your friends may be feeling a similar way too but they just haven’t told you.
There are many ways to get help with these feelings – this can include counselling or other talking therapies, support from other young people, self-help information or medication. It can be scary to ask for help at first but you won’t be judged. Most people you meet will be really caring and pleased to help you.
One place to get help and support is from your local IAPT service. IAPT stands for Improving Access to Psychological Therapies which is a long complicated way of saying it’s a service that offers counselling and therapy! Some services have different names but essentially they all do the same thing. Most IAPT services in London will see people over the age of 18 and you can simply phone up or email to make your first appointment. Some services ask you to see your GP or doctor first so they can refer you. It can be useful to talk to your doctor or practice nurse first as they can ensure you go to the right place for help. GPs and nurses talk to people who are depressed or anxious all of the time and so won’t judge you.
IAPT: What to expect
At an IAPT service, your first appointment could be face-to-face or over the telephone. The person you’ll speak to will be experienced in helping people with depression and anxiety. They will ask you lots of questions about how you are feeling, how long you have been feeling this way and what might have triggered you to feel like this. It’s useful to tell them as much as possible but don’t worry if it’s difficult, it can be hard to talk about and explain how you feel and they will understand this.
After your first appointment
After your first appointment, you will be offered some options for the type of help you could receive. It could be that you see someone on a weekly basis to talk about and work through some of your difficulties, it could be that you are offered some self-help information to read and use, or you could be invited to attend a group with other people who feel similarly to you. Some groups that run include building confidence, managing your mood, and how to improve your sleep. If you aren’t sure what you want or what you think is best, your therapist can help you to decide.
Remember in most cases, everything you say will be kept confidential. You don’t have to tell anyone you are receiving help although it can be a good idea to tell friends and/or family so they can support you. This can be difficult so your therapist can help you think about how best to tell them if you choose to do so.
My job as an IAPT therapist
I work in an IAPT service in South West London. I help adults of all ages who are struggling with feeling down, depressed, hopeless, anxious, stressed or angry. They may have low self-esteem and low confidence, they may be afraid of starting work, going on public transport, being far from home or being around other people. They may dislike the way they look or think they are weird or useless. Whatever the difficulties, we think together about the best way of improving how they feel. Sometimes I might see someone every week for a few months, sometimes they may see me only once. I offer a type of talking therapy called Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) which looks at how changing the way you think and what you do can improve how you feel. Most people find this effective and leave with an improved mood and a better understanding of their problems and how to help themselves.
https://www.myhealth.london.nhs.uk/node/110287
www.myhealth.london.nhs.uk/node/110287
The DH will press ahead with plans for the largest overhaul of QOF since its inception, scrapping organisational indicators worth around £20,000 per practice and implementing the vast majority of QOF changes proposed by ""NICE.
Practices will still be expected to carry out the work covered by the 'retired' indicators, but will now have to fulfil four new enhanced services to earn back the £164m England-wide that they brought to general practice.
http://www.gponline.com/bulletin/breakingnews/article/1174947/dh-reveals-full-detail-2013-14-gp-contract-deal/?DCMP=EMC-ED-GPBreakingNews-1174947
Welcome to the M/Health Association of Southeastern Pennsylvania..
Since 1951 MHASP is a leader regionally, statewide and nationally in transforming mental health services to become more responsive to the priorities of individuals with mental health challenges and their family members. More...
http://www.mhasp.org/
Mental Health Beating The Blues CCBT..
http://www.myecba.com/members/healthcoaching.aspx
Pittsburgh Post Natal Depression.
http://www.nhs.uk/news/2013/03March/Pages/Postnatal-depression-hits-one-in-seven-women.aspx
Joining Children and Young People's IAPT Project in 2013-14
The key aim of the Children and Young People's IAPT project is to transform existing services for children and young people by adopting those elements of the IAPT programme which will help improve outcomes for children and young people, providing treatment which is based on best evidence, outcomes focussed and client informed.
In 2013-14 the project will continue to offer training in CBT, Parenting Therapy for 3-10 year olds and service transformation. Local CAMHS partnerships will receive a budget to assist with transformation in their local area. The project is developing new curricula in Inter Personal Therapy for depression in adolescents (IPT-A) and evidence based systemic work with families. Partnerships which join in 2013-14 will be offered the opportunity to send staff on both these training packages in the future, but for the purposes of this application are only sending trainee therapists for CBT and Parenting.
http://www.iapt.nhs.uk/cyp-iapt/cyp-iapts-project--launch-of-offer-for-201314/
Tuesdays – Beating the Blues. This session will give students information on what depression is and is not. It will also explore ways to help students feel more energized and well equipped to navigate through their difficult situation or depressed mood.
http://events.umich.edu/event/12281-1180735/start/2013-03-12/end/2013-03-12
Advocacy in Wirral exists to provide practical support to people living on the Wirral who are experiencing mental distress. Last year, we saw almost 5000 clients across our projects, principally referred to us by GPs, Wirral Department of Adult Social Services, local advice agencies and community groups, as well as individual self-referral. Our clients include people suffering mild to moderate mental health conditions through to people with severe and enduring mental illness.
http://www.wirralwell.org/directory_details/items/advocacy-in-wirral-1309852329.html
Medtech Australia is in the process of developing prototypes and software solutions for the management of mental health such as Talking Therapy Modules for the primary mental health sector and mental health referral pathways. These will be integrated with existing Medtech solutions and available to primary healthcare providers.
<a href='http://www.medtechglobal.com/news/90/76/Mental-Health.html' target='window'>http://www.medtechglobal.com/news/90/76/Mental-Health.html</a>
Several contracts for the winning bids under the federal government's $20.6 million NBN-enabled Telehealth Pilots Program are still being negotiated, more than a year after the initiative was announced.
A joint initiative between the departments of communications and health, the program was announced in January 2012, with funding expected to flow from July 1.
http://www.pulseitmagazine.com.au/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1352:grants-still-being-decided-for-nbn-enabled-telehealth-program&catid=67:aged-care&Itemid=331
Computerised CBT for mood problems after Stroke
Description:
Working with the community neurorehab teams in Cambridgeshire, PhD student Sara Simblett identified a way of making computerised Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (cCBT) accessible to stroke patients. Gathering small groups of patients and using local library or community village hall facilities, or providing cheap laptops for use in the patient's home, she implemented a trial of the approach. Positive results, and learning from some adverse reactions build on the NICE guidelines for cCBT.
http://www.nice.org.uk/usingguidance/sharedlearningimplementingniceguidance/examplesofimplementation/eximpresults.jsp?o=644
It's been a busy time of late for Clinical Commissioning Groups (CCGs) as they embark upon the first wave of the authorisation process required to transform them into statutory bodies.
At the same time, CCGs are working hard to ensure that they are ready to meet the clinical challenges that lie ahead from April 2013, and are drawing up detailed plans and agreements between commissioners and trusts.
http://www.nice.org.uk/newsroom/features/HowNICECanHelpClinicalCommissioningGroupsDeliverHighQualityCare.jsp
Egypt.
Beating the Blues has eight sessions which each last about 50 minutes. Beating the Blues is based on CBT the most proven treatment for depression.
http://abc-mea.com/?page_id=842
26 February 2013.
NHS. http://www.ultrasis.com/news/article.html?article_id=319
Direct Line People Asset Management. http://www.ultrasis.com/news/article.html?article_id=318