Mental Health App for Faculty, Clinicians, and Students
As we navigate the post-pandemic world, the indicators of mental health are showing alarming signs of worsening. Stress, anxiety, depression, and suicide rates are on the rise, affecting various segments of the population. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) estimates that more than one in five U.S. adults lives with a mental illness, with young adults being the most affected group. Given the prevalence of mental health issues, it is crucial for faculty, clinicians, and students involved in academic healthcare programs to be equipped with the knowledge and tools to address these challenges effectively.
The Mental Health App
To address this pressing need, we are proud to introduce the ATu Mental Health app—an innovative solution collaboratively developed by a team of professionals, including psychologists and rehabilitation specialists. This app serves as a comprehensive clinician's pocket guide, offering valuable insights into common mental health conditions and rehabilitation considerations.
Key Features
Evidence-Based Reference Information: The app provides reference information on various mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, bipolar and related disorders, schizophrenia spectrum, obsessive-compulsive disorder, trauma- and stressor-related disorders, and feeding and eating disorders. Users can familiarize themselves with the basic diagnostic criteria for each disorder.
Occupation-Based Assessments and Screening Tools: The app offers occupation-based assessments and screening tools for each mental health disorder. It includes links to these tools, enabling users to effectively evaluate patients and clients.
Prevalence, Functional Consequences, and Medications: Users can access information on the prevalence of each disorder, its functional consequences, and commonly used medications for treatment. The app provides links to the ATu Pharmacology app, where users can find detailed information on specific medications, including class adverse reactions, common side effects, and rehabilitation implications.
Applications for Rehabilitation
The Mental Health app goes beyond knowledge dissemination and empowers rehabilitation professionals with practical applications. It offers important precautions to consider when caring for patients with associated mental health disorders. Furthermore, it outlines therapeutic techniques, including behavior modification, cognitive behavioral therapy, relaxation, and movement-based management, which can be applied during the rehabilitation process.
Seamlessly integrate mental health content into every area of your classroom by exploring the new Mental Health app today. This user-friendly and evidence-based reference tool will enhance your understanding of mental health conditions, improve patient care, and further equip you in your role as a faculty member, clinician, or student. Together, let's make a positive impact on mental health through our academic healthcare programs and beyond.