Delivery of mental health services in the changing health care system

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Managed care organizations can improve direct mental health service quality by taking advantage of the availability of data. Optimism is expressed toward the results of mental health research efforts conducted in managed care organizations, with the hope that the most effective and economical treatments for mental disorders will be developed. Health maintenance organizations (HMO) may play a key role in reengineering mental health services. However, psychologists should make optimal use of HMO elements that help define the best mental health service.

Care and treatment, Research, Services, Health care industry, Mental health, Health maintenance organizations

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Women's World Cup: performance enhancement through mental skills training

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This article examines the mental skills training used to enhance athletic performance in members of the United States Women's National Soccer Team. This form of psychological coaching utilizes guided imagery, somatic relaxation techniques, distraction control methods, team building exercises and goal-setting to help maximize athletic potential.

United States, Psychological aspects, Social aspects, Training, Soccer, Mental discipline, Women's sports, Soccer coaching, World Cup (Soccer)

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A meaningful role for graduate students in Disaster Mental Health Services

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A faculty member at the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology discusses the experience he and his graduate students had providing mental health services to flood victims in East Grand Forks, MN, in April, 1997. The American Red Cross implemented the Disaster Mental Health Services division in 1995.

Personal narratives, Psychiatric services, Mental health services, Floods

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