Future Directions for Clinical Research, Services, and Training: Evidence-Based Assessment Across Informants, Cultures, and Dimensional Hierarchies

In this concluding chapter, further emphasis is given to the critical need for education and training for psychologists and other mental health providers in the evaluation and management of behavioral emergencies. It is noted that the need for such training has been cited by several national and international organizations concerned with health care. Next, there is a discussion of some aspects of behavioral emergencies that are in need of future research and some promising directions for the prevention of suicide and interpersonal violence (e.g., means restriction and means restriction counseling). Finally, the importance of remaining evidence-based in clinical work is discussed, as well as what “evidence-based” might mean in a dynamic area of practice such as behavioral emergencies.

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Identifying Preconceptions of Clinical Research in Swiss Allied Health and Nursing Researchers

Internet Journal of Allied Health Sciences and Practice ◽

10.46743/1540-580x/2010.1307 ◽

2010 ◽

Author(s):

Christophe Richoz ◽

Jocelyne Depeyre

Keyword(s):

Applied Sciences ◽

Clinical Research ◽

Health Professionals ◽

Allied Health ◽

Evidence Based ◽

University Of Applied Sciences ◽

Definition Of ◽

The University ◽

And Training ◽

Experimental Background

Purpose: In the context of training health professionals in Switzerland in evidence-based practice, the preconceptions of active researchers might be playing a major role in the development of research methodologies within allied health and nursing professions (AHNP). The objective of this study was to identify the preconceptions (understanding of the meaning of clinical research) of researchers in AHNP at the Health Schools of the University of Applied Sciences, Western Switzerland (UASWS). Emerging theories were then discussed and challenged with available literature and participant profiles. Method: Anonymous semi-directed interviews of 20 researchers (internal and external to the university) arising from various professions, including medical and non-AHNP, were conducted between 2007 and 2008. Results: Preconceptions were grouped into eight categories that were used by 64% of participants (SD 21.8), indicating that the categories worked well in evoking participants’ preconceptions. Categories of themes covering the dimensions of clinical research definition are limits, aim, fields of professional application, professional identity, education, sensitivity of term, associated images, and relevance of a definition. Conclusion: Nurses appear to have specific preconceptions about clinical research. Due to their dominance in terms of number of professionals, they play a determining role in the development of research in AHNP in Switzerland. Researchers in the health division of the UASWS are suffering from a lack of access to experimental research and training in Switzerland. The methodological background experience of researchers seems to play a role in the understanding of clinical research, as from the available results researchers with an experimental background seem to have a larger definition of clinical research. Recommendation: authors recommend the use of the term “patient oriented clinical research” for AHNP when talking about CR.

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Meeting the Best Practice for Hearing Aid Verification in Children: Challenges and Future Directions

American Journal of Audiology ◽

10.1044/2019_aja-18-0156 ◽

2019 ◽

Vol 28 (4) ◽

pp. 877-894

Author(s):

Nur Azyani Amri ◽

Tian Kar Quar ◽

Foong Yen Chong

Keyword(s):

Clinical Practice ◽

Hearing Aids ◽

Best Practice ◽

Hearing Aid ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Future Directions ◽

Major Barrier ◽

Klang Valley ◽

Age Range ◽

Fitting Hearing Aids

Purpose This study examined the current pediatric amplification practice with an emphasis on hearing aid verification using probe microphone measurement (PMM), among audiologists in Klang Valley, Malaysia. Frequency of practice, access to PMM system, practiced protocols, barriers, and perception toward the benefits of PMM were identified through a survey. Method A questionnaire was distributed to and filled in by the audiologists who provided pediatric amplification service in Klang Valley, Malaysia. One hundred eight ( N = 108) audiologists, composed of 90.3% women and 9.7% men (age range: 23–48 years), participated in the survey. Results PMM was not a clinical routine practiced by a majority of the audiologists, despite its recognition as the best clinical practice that should be incorporated into protocols for fitting hearing aids in children. Variations in practice existed warranting further steps to improve the current practice for children with hearing impairment. The lack of access to PMM equipment was 1 major barrier for the audiologists to practice real-ear verification. Practitioners' characteristics such as time constraints, low confidence, and knowledge levels were also identified as barriers that impede the uptake of the evidence-based practice. Conclusions The implementation of PMM in clinical practice remains a challenge to the audiology profession. A knowledge-transfer approach that takes into consideration the barriers and involves effective collaboration or engagement between the knowledge providers and potential stakeholders is required to promote the clinical application of evidence-based best practice.

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Training-the-Trainer on Assistive Technology for Cognition (ATC): Current Practices

Perspectives on Neurophysiology and Neurogenic Speech and Language Disorders ◽

10.1044/nnsld23.2.90 ◽

2013 ◽

Vol 23 (2) ◽

pp. 90-94 ◽

Cited By ~ 2

Author(s):

Laurie Ehlhardt Powell ◽

Tracey Wallace ◽

Michelle ranae Wild

Keyword(s):

Brain Injury ◽

Assistive Technology ◽

Acquired Brain Injury ◽

Online Training ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Train The Trainer ◽

Rehabilitation Professionals ◽

Remote Locations ◽

Training Package ◽

And Training

Research shows that if clinicians are to deliver effective, evidence-based assistive technology for cognition (ATC) services to clients with acquired brain injury (ABI), they first need opportunities to gain knowledge and experience with ATC assessment and training practices (O'Neil-Pirozzi, Kendrick, Goldstein, & Glenn, 2004). This article describes three examples of train the trainer materials and programs to address this need: (a) a toolkit for trainers to learn more about assessing and training ATC; (b) a comprehensive, trans-disciplinary program for training staff to provide ATC services in a metropolitan area; and (c) an overview of an on-site/online training package for rehabilitation professionals working with individuals with ABI in remote locations.

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From David Phelps and the Education and Training Committee: Evidence-Based Psychological Practices and Therapist Training: At the Crossroads

PsycEXTRA Dataset ◽

10.1037/e616702012-001 ◽

2012 ◽

Keyword(s):

Education And Training ◽

Therapist Training ◽

Evidence Based ◽

And Training

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Characterizing evidence-based practice and training resource barriers: A needs assessment.

Training and Education in Professional Psychology ◽

10.1037/tep0000261 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 14 (3) ◽

pp. 200-208

Author(s):

Allison E. Meyer ◽

Erin E. Reilly ◽

Katharine E. Daniel ◽

Steven D. Hollon ◽

Amanda Jensen-Doss ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Needs Assessment ◽

Evidence Based Practice ◽

Evidence Based ◽

And Training

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Provider factors predict use of evidence-based psychotherapies in veterans affairs posttraumatic stress disorder specialty programs: The role of profession, theoretical orientation, and training.

Traumatology An International Journal ◽

10.1037/trm0000220 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 26 (2) ◽

pp. 227-234

Author(s):

Hector A. Garcia ◽

Joseph Mignogna ◽

Bryann R. DeBeer ◽

Jiyoung Song ◽

Elizabeth K. Haro ◽

...

Keyword(s):

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder ◽

Posttraumatic Stress ◽

Stress Disorder ◽

Theoretical Orientation ◽

Veterans Affairs ◽

Evidence Based ◽

And Training

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Knowledge, attitudes, and usage of evidence-based assessment and treatment practices in the Korean mental health system: Current status and future directions

The Korean Journal of Clinical Psychology ◽

10.15842/kjcp.2014.33.4.013 ◽

2014 ◽

Vol 33 (4) ◽

pp. 891-917 ◽

Cited By ~ 3

Author(s):

채드E ◽

신수현

Keyword(s):

Mental Health ◽

Health System ◽

Mental Health System ◽

Current Status ◽

Evidence Based ◽

Future Directions ◽

Treatment Practices ◽

Assessment And Treatment

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Conclusions and Future Directions for the Study of Accurate Personality Judgment

The Oxford Handbook of Accurate Personality Judgment ◽

10.1093/oxfordhb/9780190912529.013.22 ◽

2020 ◽

Author(s):

Tera D. Letzring

Keyword(s):

Standardized Tests ◽

Personality Trait ◽

Training Programs ◽

Future Research ◽

Research Topics ◽

Theoretical Frameworks ◽

Future Directions ◽

Personality Judgment ◽

Exciting Time ◽

And Training

This chapter identifies several well-established findings and overarching themes within personality trait accuracy research, and highlights especially promising directions for future research. Topics include (1) theoretical frameworks for accuracy, (2) moderators of accuracy and the context or situation in which judgments are made, (3) the important consequences of accuracy, (4) interventions and training programs to increase judgmental ability and judgability, (5) the generalizability of previous findings, and (6) standardized tests of the accuracy of judging personality traits. The chapter ends by stating that it is an exciting time to be a researcher studying the accuracy of personality trait judgments.

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