Ken Zimmerman of Strategic Impact Initiative on philanthropic investments in mental health
Release Date: 02/10/2021
Andy Keller of the “think and do tank” Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute on system redesign to achieve better mental health outcomes.
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Embedding mental health care in primary medical care settings, and redesigning 911 to have integrated police and mental health care response to the crisis are two of many initiatives Dr. Keller and the Institute are driving forward.
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Dr. Jessica Schleider on single session therapy for mental health.
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Given the lack of mental health care therapists, what if there were evidenced-based single session interventions available on demand over the internet that could greatly alleviate distress and improve well-being? The pandemic has opened the door to successful alternatives to traditional therapy
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Dr. Larry Zweifel on brain science and the hope for research to become therapy.
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Mental illness is a brain disease and we know so little about the brain. Dr. Zweifel discusses the latest brain research and promising pathways for therapeutic interventions.
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Brandon Staglin, CEO of One Mind, on brain health and recovery from mental illness
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One Mind focuses on collaborative efforts to fund research into brain health. From diagnostic tools (such as biomarkers indicating PTSD) to new medication treatments, One Mind has catalyzed philanthropic efforts in the mental health arena.
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Arden O’Connor on behavioral and mental health treatment
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What treatment programs work for behavioral health issues (addiction, substance abuse, eating disorders), and what conditions are necessary to support recovery? Timing of the intervention and treatment, motivation of the person, length of stay in recovery centers, and peer support influence on successful outcomes are explored.
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Garen Staglin, founder of One Mind, on philanthropy in mental health and how to make a difference.
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Garen discusses how we need to find solutions at scale in mental health - whether it's in tele-psychiatry, or small molecule breakthroughs for brain chemistry treatment. His advice includes: don't reinvent the wheel, collaborate, accelerate the science, and knock down the silos.
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John MacPhee of the Jed Foundation on suicide prevention programs, building a culture of caring and positive mental health and interventions to reduce suicide
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The Jed Foundation brings proven programs to reduce suicide in youth, partnering with colleges, universities, and high schools to provide evidence-based interventions. Philanthropy can play a crucial role in expanding these programs to underserved communities and populations.
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Philanthropy and Mental Health - Season 1 wrap-up
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Nick MacPhee summarizes key insights from Season 1 of the Interest to Impact podcast on mental health philanthropy. After a short summer hiatus, Season 2 will kick off!
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Kate Walker of Seneca Family Services on a whole school approach to mental health programs
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Prevention and early intervention is critical to helping kids develop good mental health. Seneca has pioneered a whole school approach to mental health within a school, activating everyone involved to develop good mental health practices within the school setting.
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Barbara Ricci of Mindful Philanthropy on high impact mental health care initiatives
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High impact support of initiatives around mental health, addiction, and community well-being.
info_outlineTackling hard problems is what philanthropy should do, investing in emerging ideas, leadership, and pilot projects. The discussion includes a focus on urgent mental health issues such as the linkage between crisis response and the criminal justice system. How can systems be transformed to improve lives? How philanthropists of all capabilities should and can become involved in mental health solutions is discussed.