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Confidentiality Regulations for Substance Use Disorder

42 CFR Part 2: New Rules Every SUD Provider Should Know

Recent changes to 42 CFR Part 2 were finalized in February 2024 and align the confidentiality regulations for Substance Use Disorder (SUD) records with HIPAA and the HITECH Act. These changes focus on improving care coordination and reducing regulatory burdens for...

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Failure Modes and Effects Analysis

Safeguarding Behavioral Health Care: The Power of FMEA

In any healthcare setting, particularly in psychiatric hospitals and community behavioral health care environments, identifying and mitigating risks before they lead to adverse outcomes is crucial. Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) is a proactive risk...

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strategies for reducing youth suicide

Creative Strategies for Reducing Youth Suicide: Building Hope and Resilience

Youth suicide is a heartbreaking reality that communities around the world grapple with. However, there is hope. By employing creative and compassionate strategies for reducing youth suicide, we can create environments that foster resilience, support mental health,...

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Psychiatric Advance Directives compliance

Supporting the Completion and Implementation of Psychiatric Advance Directives

Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs) have emerged as essential tools in mental health care. They empower individuals with mental health conditions to maintain autonomy and ensure their treatment preferences are respected during crises. As these directives gain...

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