Uncertainty, Imagination, Hope and Utopia

2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 9-15
Author(s):  
Ilias Gotsis ◽  
Anna S. Kiapoka
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Creative Writing ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Appreciative Inquiry ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Early Stages ◽  
The Future ◽  
Mental Care

During the early stages of the Covid-19 crisis, a center in Greece organized a volunteer team for mental care and empowerment. About 300 mental health professionals participated, running systemic Appreciative Inquiry empowerment tele-groups using appreciative tools and creative writing. They shared their dreams for the future in Dreamland, a Facebook group created specifically for them.

The future role of the psychiatrist in Europe – a UEMS perspective

2014 ◽  
Vol 11 (01) ◽  
pp. 35-42
Author(s):  
M. Hermans
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
General Interest ◽  
Future Role ◽  
Personal Opinion ◽  
The Future ◽  
The Subject ◽  
The Many

SummaryThe author presents his personal opinion inviting to discussion on the possible future role of psychiatrists. His view is based upon the many contacts with psychiatrists all over Europe, academicians and everyday professionals, as well as the familiarity with the literature. The list of papers referred to is based upon (1) the general interest concerning the subject when representing ideas also worded elsewhere, (2) the accessibility to psychiatrists and mental health professionals in Germany, (3) being costless downloadable for non-subscribers and (4) for some geographic aspects (e.g. Belgium, Spain, Sweden) and the latest scientific issues, addressing some authors directly.

Smart Phone Applications in Clinical Practice

2013 ◽  
Vol 35 (4) ◽  
pp. 283-295 ◽  
Author(s):  
Joel Epstein ◽  
Amanda Bequette
Keyword(s):  
Mental Health ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mental Health Professionals ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Smart Phone ◽  
Computing Power ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
The Future

Smart phone usage has greatly increased in recent years. Not only has the computing power of these mobile devices dramatically improved but so has the variety of functions they can accomplish—an amazing array of tasks that once would have been considered remarkable. Historically, mental health professionals have been quick to embrace smart phone technology and there are now literally hundreds of applications for practitioners and clients alike. This article discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using smart phone technology in clinical practice and considers the implications for the future of clinical practice.

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