scholarly journals Guidelines for successful online service delivery in orofacial myology

2020 ◽  
Vol 46 (1) ◽  
pp. 59-76
Author(s):  
Charlotte Boshart
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Online Service ◽  
Online Therapy ◽  
Online Services ◽  
Myofunctional Therapy ◽  
Assessment And Treatment ◽  
Client Motivation ◽  
Therapeutic Services

Purpose: Since the advent of COVID-19, online services within most healthcare fields have become ubiquitous. This article investigates the research regarding the feasibility and effectiveness of delivering online services and provides a tutorial of ideas and information to successfully implement online orofacial myofunctional therapy. Method: This article is a compilation of evidence-based results on the topic of online service delivery and perspectives and experiences shared by three service delivery providers. Results: It is possible to compensate for the interactive differences between in-person and online myofunctional therapy. It is believed that online therapeutic services are an efficient and effective mode of service delivery. Discussion: Although online service delivery is not new, the current world-wide pandemic has brought telehealth to the forefront. In a time of increased demand for distance treatment, the orofacial myologist must rapidly develop competency and comfort within the new assessment and treatment online paradigm. It is positive to know that research to date indicates that clients within associated fields benefit from the accessibility, ease, and convenience of online service delivery. This article summarizes legal considerations, technology, treatment preparation, client motivation, and the implementation of online therapy.

Technology: Technology in Micro Practice

2013 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jerry Finn
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Online Therapy ◽  
Ethical Concerns ◽  
Human Service Agencies ◽  
Policies And Procedures ◽  
Therapeutic Services ◽  
Use Of The Internet ◽  
New Policies ◽  
Service Agencies

Online therapy is the delivery of supportive and therapeutic services over the Internet. Online therapy offers the advantages of convenience and increased access to services. Service delivery may be problematic due to ethical concerns and legal liability. Limited research supports the efficacy of online therapy for a variety of health and social concerns. Increased use of the Internet by consumers and human service agencies will likely see growing use of online therapy and require training for workers and development of new policies and procedures for online service delivery.

Disorders of Impulse Control and Self-Harm

2010 ◽  
pp. 504-530 ◽  
Author(s):  
Matthew K. Nock ◽  
Christine B. Cha ◽  
Halina J. Dour
Keyword(s):  
Environmental Factors ◽  
Psychological Factors ◽  
Impulse Control ◽  
Clinical Presentation ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Comprehensive Review ◽  
Assessment And Treatment ◽  
Self Harm ◽  
Clinical Problems ◽  
Control Spectrum

Disorders of impulse-control and self-harm are dangerous clinical problems that often present significant challenges for scientists and clinicians. In this chapter, we provide a comprehensive review of each disorder on the impulse-control spectrum. We begin by describing the clinical presentation and epidemiology of each disorder. Next, we discuss what is currently known about the etiology of these disorders, summarizing recent research on genetic/neurobiological factors, environmental factors, and psychological factors that appear to influence these disorders. The assessment and treatment of disorders of impulse-control and self-harm is complicated by the relatively low base-rate of these disorders, as well as by their dangerous and sensitive nature. Nevertheless, several evidence-based approaches to assessment and treatment have been developed and also are reviewed here. We conclude with recommendations for future scientific and clinical efforts aimed at better understanding, predicting, and preventing disorders of impulse-control and self-harm.

scholarly journals A Framework for Designing and Evaluating Internet Interventions to Improve Tinnitus Care

2019 ◽  
pp. 121-160
Author(s):  
Eldré W. Beukes ◽  
Gerhard Andersson ◽  
Vinaya Manchaiah ◽  
Peter M. Allen ◽  
David M. Baguley
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Intervention Development ◽  
Cost Effective ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Service Delivery Models ◽  
Internet Interventions ◽  
Intervention Models ◽  
Related Symptom ◽  
Delivery Models ◽  
Internet Based Intervention

Tinnitus can be a debilitating hearing-related symptom. Access to evidence-based tinnitus interventions remain limited. Tele-audiology can assist by providing a clinically and cost-effective tinnitus management route. This chapter highlights how this is made possible by focusing on one form of tele-audiology, namely an internet-based intervention. Guidelines are provided for the development of such interventions. A framework outlining the various processes involved in evaluating newly developed interventions is also provided. The chapter closes by discussing factors that may facilitate or hamper the dissemination of new interventions into existing service delivery models. This well-defined outline for intervention development and evaluation can be applied and used to guide innovative intervention models by stakeholders.

scholarly journals A Malawi guideline for research study participant remuneration

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 ◽  
pp. 141
Author(s):  
Stephen B. Gordon ◽  
Lameck Chinula ◽  
Ben Chilima ◽  
Victor Mwapasa ◽  
Sufia Dadabhai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Research Ethics ◽  
Current Literature ◽  
Best Practice ◽  
World Wide ◽  
Research Study ◽  
Study Participant ◽  
Research Participant ◽  
Ethics Committees ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Research Ethics Committees

Background: Research participant remuneration has been variable and inconsistent world-wide for many years owing to uncertainty regarding best practice and a lack of written guidelines for investigators and research ethics committees.  Recent recommendations are that researchers and regulators should develop regionally appropriate written guidelines to define reasonable remuneration based on expense reimbursement, compensation for time and burden associated with participation.   Incentives to motivate participation are acceptable in specific circumstances. Methods: We wished to develop regionally informed, precise and applicable guidelines in Malawi that might also be generally useful for African researchers and review committees.  We therefore reviewed the current literature and developed widely applicable and specific remuneration tables using acceptable and evidence-based payment rationales. Results: There were good international guidelines and limited published regional guidelines.  There were published examples of best practice and sufficient material to suggest a structured remuneration table.  The rationale and method for the table were discussed at an inter-disciplinary workshop resulting in a reimbursement and compensation model with fixed rates.  Payment is recommended pro rata and equally across a study. Conclusions: Transparent, fair remuneration of research participants is recommended by researchers and regulators in Malawi.  The means to achieve this are now presented in the Malawi research participant remuneration table.

An Integrative Approach to Depression: Part 2—Assessment and Treatment

2003 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 99-115 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jonathan Zuess
Keyword(s):  
Conventional Treatment ◽  
Comprehensive Assessment ◽  
Integrative Model ◽  
Treatment Modalities ◽  
Integrative Approach ◽  
Evidence Based ◽  
Assessment And Treatment

This article is the second of a two-part series presenting an integrative model for understanding and treating depression. In this part, the integrative model provides the basis for comprehensive assessment and treatment, guiding the application of a wide variety of treatments. Evidence-based complementary and conventional treatment modalities for depression are also reviewed.

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