The Mental Health Services Conference 2021: On Demand-Day 2 Plenary

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In the video transcript, Dr. Peter Q. Blair and Dr. Sarah Vinson discuss the socio-political determinants of mental health and mental health care delivery at the 2021 Mental Health Services Conference. They stress the importance of understanding how economics impacts social determinants and influences mental health care. The conversation emphasizes the need for interdisciplinary collaboration to address mental health issues effectively and maximize the impact of mental health care. The video also encourages proactive investment in mental health as a form of capital, highlighting its role in overall well-being and productivity. Job opportunities and inclusive work environments for individuals with mental health challenges are advocated, calling for changes in workplace configurations and hiring practices. The challenges of medical student debt and scope of practice issues in mental health care delivery are addressed, suggesting the exploration of alternative routes and reassessment of traditional approaches. The DOCC framework is introduced to analyze problems and understand various stakeholders' perspectives. The overall message is the importance of collaborative efforts in understanding and addressing socio-political and economic factors that influence mental health and mental health care delivery.<br /><br />In another video, Dr. Denise Vincent interviews Dr. Peter Blair, an economist, discussing the intersection of economics and mental health. The conversation highlights mental health as a form of capital impacting productivity and well-being. Decision-making, constraints, income inequality, the future of work, and the potential effects of a single-payer healthcare system are explored. Dr. Blair emphasizes collective engagement and collaboration to shape policies and practices that promote mental health and reduce inequality, urging the APA to be involved in driving change. Questions from viewers related to prejudice and discrimination in economics, mental health as capital, and basic income are addressed. The video promotes a multidisciplinary approach to mental health, considering social, economic, and institutional factors.

Keywords

socio-political determinants

mental health care delivery

economics

social determinants

interdisciplinary collaboration

mental health issues

investment in mental health

inclusive work environments

medical student debt

scope of practice issues

DOCC framework

productivity

income inequality