We are the only department of mental health in a school of public health in the U.S. We bring together experts across disciplines—from childhood adversity to aging, workplace health to global health—to understand mental health, prevent and manage mental health and substance use disorders, and advocate for improved access to mental health services. We study the determinants of mental health at each stage of the continuum from mental wellness to mental illness and identify determinants, develop and test interventions, and evaluate strategies for implementing and sustaining these interventions through evidence-based policy. Dedicated to advancing research and public health practice, not clinical training, our faculty are committed to educating the next generation of mental health researchers and professionals and giving students the foundational skills to improve mental health in their communities and globally.
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30 years after the Violence Against Women Act, gender-based violence continues to threaten the safety of women. In recognition of October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Tiara C. Willie, PhD, MA and Michele Decker talk to Stephanie Desmon, M.A. about the work that remains to ensure true protection for all women. 🔊 https://lnkd.in/g6kKRUTn
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Johns Hopkins University unveiled two new paintings by Baltimore-based artists Latoya M. Hobbs and Ernest Shaw Jr. in the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health's North Gallery. https://bit.ly/3A7v63O "The art on our walls is an expression of the values we cherish. They show us the joy of human connection and reflect the power of Baltimore's artistic voices." - Ellen J. MacKenzie, Dean, Bloomberg School of Public Health
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🚨 Advancing the Integration of Medicinal Cannabis in Healthcare 🚨 New publication out now with Springer Nature in Nature Medicine https://lnkd.in/dVwpb4sv #Cannabis #CannabisScience #HealthcareInnovation Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Johns Hopkins Medicine Department of Mental Health - Johns Hopkins BSPH Our new Cannabis and Health Research Initiative (CHRI) is designed to generate critical insights that will support the safe and effective integration of medicinal cannabis into clinical practice. Here’s how we’re addressing key gaps in research. 🌿💼 Despite over 5.5 million registered patients in US state-regulated medicinal cannabis programs, clinical research remains limited. Many healthcare providers report a lack of training on how to effectively incorporate cannabis into patient care, and its use is underreported in electronic medical records (EMRs). The increasing diversity of cannabis products—varying in chemical composition, dosage, and routes of administration—presents a significant challenge for both clinicians and researchers. A standardized and more nuanced assessment approach is necessary to inform efficacy, safety, and clinical relevance. The CHRI is working to fill these gaps by gathering patient-level data on the health impacts of medicinal cannabis. We are employing a longitudinal patient registry and EMR analysis, which will provide a more comprehensive understanding of cannabis use across diverse health conditions. Another critical challenge lies in the lack of quality control for cannabis products in the retail market. Inaccurate labeling and variability in product strength increase risks for patients. The CHRI will conduct product testing to improve labeling and safety. The CHRI will focus on: • Prospective data collection with medicinal cannabis patients • Cannabis product surveillance • Developing a comprehensive data repository for researcher access • Implementing advanced ‘big data’ tools for analyzing health outcomes from EMRs We hope that our work will help guide healthcare providers in clinical decision-making, improving patient outcomes while providing regulators with evidence to develop strategies that mitigate risks in this rapidly growing industry. Collaboration across sectors is essential to achieve these goals. Please reach out if you would like to contribute and collaborate. It takes a village to improve the evidence base for medicinal cannabis. https://lnkd.in/dwiCnJ43
Extreme weather events exacerbate mental health crises, especially in low-resource settings, highlighting the need to prioritize mental health in climate change policies and interventions. Learn how researchers like DMH adjunct professor Jura Augustinavicius are exploring ways to mitigate the psychological impacts of climate change. https://lnkd.in/eYvN7H7R
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Associate Professor | Epidemiology, Implementation Science, Health Equity | Suicide Prevention | Supporting Indigenous Health
Our team is excited to see our paper out in JAMA Network Open! We investigated whether existing suicide risk identification models were applicable (read: transferable, generalizable) to a Native American population. American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) communities face the largest burden of suicide of any racial or ethnic group, yet also are at the forefront of cutting edge approaches to address these issues. Upstream prevention, including cultural revitalization, is critical, but in the meantime, how do we help people in need right now? Our work, done through a close partnership with a Tribal community, focused on whether existing suicide risk models could help with better identifying those in need of support. We found one model held up well and one did not - likely due to the theory driven feature construction in the well-performing model. Comparison of model performance is relatively novel. See article below. Huge thanks to our team at Johns Hopkins Center for Indigenous Health and immensely grateful to Roy Adams and Paul Rebman for their expertise and support. #mentalhealth #publichealth #AI #AIforHealthEquity #AIforGood #aiinpublichealth #AIforWellbeing Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Department of Mental Health - Johns Hopkins BSPH https://lnkd.in/eGfB7bAz
The Department of Mental Health - Johns Hopkins BSPH and The Luv u Project are excited to announce the winners of the 2024 Carolyn C. Mattingly Award for Mental Health in the Workplace! Congratulations to Franklin County Cooperative and Shell for their comprehensive efforts to advance workforce mental health and well-being. Learn more about the winners and the Mattingly Workplace Award: https://lnkd.in/eAdFMvF3
Learn how researchers in the Department of Mental Health and across the Bloomberg School collaborate with businesses, professional organizations, providers, and government organizations to increase awareness and acceptance of mental health, employee wellness, prevention and treatment services, stigma, and much more: https://lnkd.in/eNaQ7w4Y #WorldMentalHealthDay
#WorldMentalHealthDay is recognized on October 10 each year—and this year’s theme is about making mental health a priority at work. From managing stress to fostering social inclusion, every leader and employee has a part to play in creating a healthier workplace. Here are a few simple actions you can take to support mental health and well-being ---> 🙏 Express Gratitude A simple expression of gratitude to those around you can foster high-quality relationships and a more positive and collaborative workplace. 📨 Practice Email Etiquette Before sending emails, consider the timing, tone, and clarity of your message. Include an accurate subject line, a concise summary of your ask, and a clear timeline or deadline. 🚫 Prioritize No Meeting Days Designate no-meeting days, asking staff to avoid scheduling any meetings and encouraging people to be judicious with scheduling only meetings that are deemed essential. 🎧 Participate In Mindfulness Activities Take a few moments during the day to pause and focus on the present. This practice can help clear your mind, boost your mood, and improve your overall well-being during the workday. 💼 Practice “Job Crafting” Try to alter the type, scope, sequence, and number of tasks that make up your work today, connect people that you never interact with but can be related to your work, or view some of your tasks from a different perspective. 🤝 Be a Source of Social Support Try to engage in active listening with some colleagues and provide emotional support. For more information on World Mental Health Day visit: https://lnkd.in/eCYqM-tH
Today is World Mental Health Day! This year's theme is about prioritizing workplace mental health. Learn about some simple actions that you can take to improve and support mental health in your workplace.
#WorldMentalHealthDay is recognized on October 10 each year—and this year’s theme is about making mental health a priority at work. From managing stress to fostering social inclusion, every leader and employee has a part to play in creating a healthier workplace. Here are a few simple actions you can take to support mental health and well-being ---> 🙏 Express Gratitude A simple expression of gratitude to those around you can foster high-quality relationships and a more positive and collaborative workplace. 📨 Practice Email Etiquette Before sending emails, consider the timing, tone, and clarity of your message. Include an accurate subject line, a concise summary of your ask, and a clear timeline or deadline. 🚫 Prioritize No Meeting Days Designate no-meeting days, asking staff to avoid scheduling any meetings and encouraging people to be judicious with scheduling only meetings that are deemed essential. 🎧 Participate In Mindfulness Activities Take a few moments during the day to pause and focus on the present. This practice can help clear your mind, boost your mood, and improve your overall well-being during the workday. 💼 Practice “Job Crafting” Try to alter the type, scope, sequence, and number of tasks that make up your work today, connect people that you never interact with but can be related to your work, or view some of your tasks from a different perspective. 🤝 Be a Source of Social Support Try to engage in active listening with some colleagues and provide emotional support. For more information on World Mental Health Day visit: https://lnkd.in/eCYqM-tH
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Join us Monday, 9/30 at 12:10pm ET as we host postdoc fellow Nae (Nae Yeon) Won, PhD, MPH! Dr. Won at the Department of Mental Health - Johns Hopkins BSPH will discuss a novel surveillance method for identifying new drug trends & highlight stakeholder collaboration to monitor and respond to emerging drug threats. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eCs6KbRn
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The Department of Mental Health - Johns Hopkins BSPH is recruiting faculty with a focus on mental health services research! We are a vibrant, diverse community that brings together leading researchers and practitioners across multiple disciplines joined by a passion for understanding, preventing, and treating mental and behavioral health conditions in the US and around the world. We invite applications for two positions at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure track) and one position at the rank of Professor (with tenure) in the Department of Mental Health as part of a multiple-hire process. Position descriptions can be viewed at https://lnkd.in/e4FcJzfM and https://lnkd.in/erZsDuXz Priority Content Areas for Mental Health Services Research: 1) Mental health of people with severe mental disorders; 2) Digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and applications to mental health systems and services; 3) Mental health system, policy, and workforce interventions in the local and/or global context; 4) Co-occurring mental health and other medical conditions; 5) Behavioral, social and structural interventions to promote mental health and prevent suicide, mental disorders, or disability in the local and/or global context Priority Methodological Areas: 1) Implementation science; 2) Qualitative and/or mixed methods; 3) Advanced quantitative methods, including quasi-experimental and causal inference methods; 4) Clinical trial design and implementation; 5) Big data mining and analytics; 6) Community-based participatory research Please review and consider applying!