response to kyla. must be 450 words

Week 6 assignment 3
Online Class Activity #3
Online Class Activity # 3: Application of Policy Topic/Issue to Research Interest or Scholarly Topic Presentation (5 points):

Develop a video presentation of 5-10 minutes to present a selected policy topic or issue to a dissertation or DNP project
Describe the research interest or scholarly topic of interest
Identify the policy to address the research interest or scholarly topic
Discuss the application of the policy to the research interest or scholarly topic
Write and upload a formal letter to the legislator regarding your policy topic or issue
Initial post due by Thursday and one response by Sunday
See the instructions following the grid

Response to Karissa Rodriguez Dr Waters
Edited Jun 3 12:30pm

Reply from Karissa Rodriguez
Global Mental Health Access [Fact Sheet]
The need for mental health resources globally is an ongoing problem. The National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) is a resource for people suffering with mental illness. The NIMH provides education to enhance the lives of people living with or who are at risk for mental illnesses in countries that are considered low or middle-income (Center for Global Mental Health Research, n.d.). Expansion of science, improving culturally applicable and unbiased access is a core objective for the NIMH along with other goals that use evidence-based mental health services to improve the availability, affordability, and quality of preventative, diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative assistance for patients for people in various populations, districts, and geographical regions (Center for Global Mental Health Research, n.d.). The use of research and technology internationally can accelerate and increase scientific improvements to identify challenges both globally and locally (Center for Global Mental Health Research, n.d.).

The Need for Governmental Action
Inequities are prevalent regarding funding for global mental health, but governmental programs have gradually improved especially after the pandemic to create access to mental health care programs and research (Moitra et al., 2023).
Increasing action for mental health in research and policy shaping efforts has come to the forefront.
Ongoing global events and the aid of relevant stakeholders is increasing in middle and lower income countries (Moitra et al., 2023).
Governmental action and collaboration with organizations such as the World Health Organization (WHO) is pivotal in creating change and improving outcomes.

Policy Proposal
Policy should be proposed by addressing the latest global evidence.
Gathering information based on statistics, data, positive practice outcomes and patient experience is vital in shaping policies that can create change.
The WHO has published the “World Mental Health Report” which was developed to motivate and report why better mental health for all is significant. This report calls on all stakeholders to collaborate to heighten the importance and commitment to mental health by redesigning settings that impact mental health, and strengthen the systems that provide care (World Health Organization, 2022). Global policy is difficult because of the diversity in populations, cultural factors and the financial contrasts between global locations. However, involvement with organizations such as the WHO or the American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA), along with stakeholders, medical professionals and legislative policymakers enhance the ability to address the areas that need improvement. Moreover, creating better access to care, treatment availability and methods and pharmaceuticals to accommodate patients in different regions can be implemented by providing education and funding to allow for these transformations.

Information Links
https://www.nimh.nih.gov/about/organization/cgmhr

https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use/world-mental-health-report

Contact Information for Professional Nursing Associations
The American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA) contact information: Phone number: 855-863-2762. Website: https://www.apna.org/
Center for Global Mental Health Research. Leonardo Cubillos, M.D., M.P.H. 6001 Executive Blvd. Rockville, MD 20852 leonardo.cubillos@nih.gov

References
American Psychiatric Nurses Assocation (2024). Home page. https://www.apna.org/

Center for Global Mental Health Research. (n.d.). National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). https://www.nimh.nih.gov/about/organization/cgmhr

Moitra, M., Owens, S., Hailemariam, M., Wilson, K.S., Mensa-Kwao, A., Gonese, G., Kamamia, C.K., White, B., Young, D.M., & Collins, P.Y. (2023). Global mental health: Where we are and where we are going. Curr Psychiatry Rep. 2023 Jul;25(7):301-311. doi: 10.1007/s11920-023-01426-8. Epub 2023 May 31. Erratum in: Curr Psychiatry Rep. 2023 Jun 27;: PMID: 37256471; PMCID: PMC10230139

World Health Organization. (2022). World Mental Health Report. www.who.int. https://www.who.int/teams/mental-health-and-substance-use/world-mental-health-report

Response to Lauri week 3 Dr Brown 450 words
Lauri-Ann Clarke
May 26 2:39pm

Reply from Lauri-Ann Clarke
Hello Dr. Brown and classmates,

My immersion practicum involved spending significant time within the Down syndrome community to build trust and gain insights into the participants’ daily lives and challenges. This phase was crucial for designing a study that was both culturally sensitive and relevant to the participants’ needs (Berger, 2015). By engaging directly with the community, I was able to tailor my research questions and methods to better suit the local context.

Before starting the data collection, I had to obtain approval from the Institutional Review Board (IRB). The IRB process was rigorous, requiring a comprehensive proposal that detailed my research objectives, methodology, and measures for ensuring participant confidentiality and informed consent. I had to demonstrate that the potential benefits of the research outweighed any risks involved. The IRB review ensured that my study met all ethical standards and federal regulations designed to protect human subjects (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, 2020).

Once IRB approval was secured, I began the data collection phase. Collecting data in a real-world setting was both challenging and rewarding. I encountered various obstacles, such as scheduling conflicts and getting participants to revisit to complete post survey. However, my prior immersion in the community helped me navigate these challenges by fostering a sense of trust and openness among the participants.

Reflecting on this experience, I realized the importance of meticulous planning and ethical consideration in conducting research. The immersion practicum enriched my understanding of the community, the IRB approval process ensured the ethical integrity of my study, and the data collection provided valuable insights into adolescent health behaviors. This comprehensive approach not only enhanced the quality of my research but also underscored the critical role of ethical standards in protecting and respecting research participants.

References:

Berger, R. (2015). Now I see it, now I don’t: Researcher’s position and reflexivity in qualitative research. Qualitative Research, 15(2), 219-234. https://doi.org/10.1177/1468794112468475

Creswell, J. W., & Creswell, J. D. (2017). Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Approaches. Sage publications.

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. (2020). IRB Registration and Assurance. Retrieved from https://www.hhs.gov/ohrp/register-irbs-and-obtain-fwas/index.html