Each week a quote is shared for your consideration. Some quotes might offer comfort, hope, a challenge, a chuckle, or inspiration. You may or may not agree with the quote, but it is offered simply to help you reflect and ponder.
You define your own life. Don't let other people write your script
- Oprah Winfrey
The MFP is an initiative staffed by ANA with funding from SAMHSA, making fellowships available to ethnic and racial psychiatric nursing students who are enrolled full time in an accredited master’s/doctoral nursing program.
HEALTH AND WELLNESS
This week’s recommended Health and Wellness Activity
MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE USE, AND NURSING ARTICLES
What 'Make America Healthy Again' Means for Mental Health (opens new window)
Mental health is now ubiquitous in national headlines. Americans are more depressed, anxious, and stressed than ever before (opens new window). The pandemic left many of us grappling with its lasting effects, underscoring the urgent need for robust mental health support. Meanwhile, the nation's already overburdened mental health workforce is struggling to meet the surging demand for care Read more (opens new window)
5 ways AI is revolutionising healthcare, from robot nurses to mental health support (opens new window)
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we live, work and play – and it is revolutionising healthcare in many ways, too.Its use in creating smarter processes and systems could lead to cheaper, more efficient healthcare for everyone. Read more (opens new window)
Clinical implementation of AI-based screening for risk for opioid use disorder in hospitalized adult (opens new window)
Adults with opioid use disorder (OUD) are at increased risk for opioid-related complications and repeated hospital admissions. Routine screening for patients at risk for an OUD to prevent complications is not standard practice in many hospitals, leading to missed opportunities for intervention. The adoption of electronic health records (EHRs) and advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) offer a scalable approach to systematically identify at-risk patients for evidence-based care. Read more (opens new window)
Hospital Addiction Consultation Service and Opioid Use Disorder Treatment - The START Randomized Clinical Trial (opens new window)
Question For hospitalized patients with opioid use disorders (OUDs), can an intervention by a hospital-based addiction consultation service called the Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Team (START) increase initiation of medication for OUD in the hospital and improve linkage to OUD-focused follow-up care compared with usual care? Read more (opens new window)
Cardiovascular effects of ADHD medication (opens new window)
In this issue of The Lancet Psychiatry, Luis C Farhat and colleagues1 (opens new window) contribute to the ongoing discussion of the impact of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medications on cardiovascular safety in children and adolescents (aged ≥5 years and <18 years) and adults (aged (≥18 years). In their systematic review and network meta-analysis, Farhat and colleagues examine the effect of noradrenaline reuptake inhibitors, α agonists, and stimulants on cardiovascular parameters. Read more (opens new window)
Efficacy and safety of brexpiprazole in adolescents with schizophrenia: a multicountry, randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 3 trial with an active reference (opens new window)
New treatment options are needed for adolescent schizophrenia, partly due to an unfavourable risk–benefit profile of current options. This trial aimed to evaluate the short-term efficacy and safety of brexpiprazole in adolescents with schizophrenia. Read more (opens new window)
Leonardo DiCaprio & Appian Way Join ‘Nine Little Indians’ About Abuse At American Indian Boarding School (opens new window)
Almost a decade in the making, and currently in post-production, the film will recount the harrowing story of the nine Charbonneau sisters and their childhood schoolmates who endured horrific abuse at St. Paul’s Indian Mission School in Marty, South Dakota. Read more (opens new window)
MFP/ANA ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS
MFP alums Drs. Marife Aczon-Armstrong, Cynthia Greywolf Taylor, Austin Nation & Beverly Malone attend the WIN Conference in Spokane, April 8–11. Dr. Malone delivers the keynote: Redesigning Nursing for New Frontiers in Health.
The Unsung Heroes: Nurses by Dr. Shelley Burke
MFP alumna Dr. Beverly Malone is featured in The Unsung Heroes: Nurses by Dr. Shelley Burke—a powerful tribute to nurses from marginalized communities. Join the virtual launch party on May 9! RSVP: https://ow.ly/jyYt50VyGAi (opens new window)
MFP alum Dr. Tanya Sorrell testified in support of Illinois bills focused on overdose prevention and holistic care.
“It's that time of year to remind myself- My place is in the House and Senate!! Testifying for Illinois Harm Reduction and Recovery Coalition's work on HB2929- Overdose Prevention Sites, HB7215 - 5NP Ear Acupuncture, and HB4039- the HOPE Act-Holistic Overdose Prevention and Equity Act. Once we save lives and prevent Overdose deaths, we have to provide appropriate services for mental health and substance use. Let's put the CARE back into Healthcare!
Saving Lives- That's what I do!” - Dr. Tanya Sorrell
Congratulations to MFP PhD Fellow Vickye Hayter for successfully defending her dissertation on Monday April 7 and for being awarded best dissertation in the Nursing department!
Congratulations to MFP Alumnus and post-doctoral fellow Dr. Serge Wandji for being accepted to present at the APNA 39th Annual Conference this October. The 45-minute concurrent session presentation is titled 'Exploring Socio-Ecological and Structural Factors Among Black Men in Rural South Carolina to Inform Substance Use Disorder Interventions: A Qualitative Study'.
This presentation explores socio-ecological and structural factors influencing substance use disorder (SUD) treatment and relapse among Black men in rural South Carolina. Using qualitative research findings, case studies, and data analysis, it highlights barriers, facilitators, and community-driven interventions to improve treatment access, engagement, and recovery outcomes for underserved populations.
Exciting news! The MFP Chatbot has landed on our website
Exciting news! The MFP Chatbot has landed on our website, ready to answer your questions about the Fellowship application and program—anytime, anywhere! Just click the chat icon in the lower right corner and start the conversation.
Season 5 of Mental Health Trailblazers: Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up Premieres April 28!
After a stimulating Season 4 celebrating 50 Years – Reflect and Project, Mental Health Trailblazers: Psychiatric Nurses Speak Up! the Minority Fellowship Program at the American Nurses Association’s podcast is returning with Season 5, bringing fresh conversations and bold insights into the future of mental health care.
This season’s theme, "Nurse the Future: Advancing Care for Youth, Families & Communities," will shine a spotlight on the behavioral health needs of children, youth, and their families from underserved communities. Through compelling interviews and expert discussions, we’ll explore innovative strategies to address the growing mental health crisis among young people and their caregivers, tackle challenges in access to care, and uplift the role of psychiatric nurses as trailblazers in the field.
Season 5 will feature a dynamic lineup of guests, including leaders in mental health research, policymakers, frontline psychiatric nurses, and current MFP fellows and alumni, all sharing their expertise and experiences in advancing responsive care for all.
Plus, nurses can earn FREE Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) credits for listening to the podcast! Each episode offers valuable insights that contribute to professional development while keeping nurses at the forefront of behavioral health advancements.
Details on securing free CNE credits for Season 3 are included in each episode description - (Click to know more (opens new window))
Season 4 CNE credits are available: Click here (opens new window)
Don’t miss the premiere! Subscribe now on your favorite podcast platform or visit emfp.org (opens new window) for updates. Follow us on social media for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes conversations.
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Podcast Throwback: Our very first episode - Four years later, even more riveting! - Listen Now (opens new window)
Introducing the MFP/ANA Mobile App: Connect, Collaborate, Thrive!
We are thrilled to welcome you to the MFP/ANA Mobile App, a platform designed to connect Alumni like yourself in a mobile network of support and collaboration. Whether you are looking to share experiences, seek advice, or simply connect with like-minded individuals, this app is here to facilitate meaningful interactions within our community.
As an Alumni, your unique perspective and expertise are valuable assets that contribute to the richness of our network. We encourage you to explore the various features of the app, participate in discussions, and engage with fellow members to make the most of your experience. Together, we can create a supportive and empowering environment where ideas thrive and connections flourish.
To Connect:
- Use this link (opens new window) to access the community and create an account.
- Complete the 4 brief items to get the most out of the mobile app community including:
- Fill out your profile
- Introduce yourself
- Adjust your notifications so you know when things are happening
- Download the mobile app!
Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. We look forward to seeing the positive impact you will make within the MFP/ANA Mobile App community.
Download the MFP/ANA Mobile App
Or Scan the QR Code below
Upcoming Events
- Save the Date and Join us for the NCEMNA Policy Summit March 27 -28, 2024 at the California Endowment Center in Los Angeles.
“What happens when you become an MFP Fellow?
You have your finger on the pulse of the community. You are able now to discern, decipher, where we are being marginalized. You now have a skill set because you are paired with a mentor who can guide you through the process. Whereas when we came along without MFP, you didn’t have that. You were alone… [The MFP] opened that door for us to know that there was help out there, there was support for us - not only to become better educated, but also to be influencers.”
- Dr Linda Washington-Brown
Listen to the full episode here (opens new window) and earn FREE CNE Credits!
HOTLINE RESOURCES
The National CLAS Standards
The National CLAS Standards are a set of 15 action steps intended to advance health equity, improve quality, and help eliminate health care disparities by providing a blueprint for individuals and health and health care organizations to implement culturally and linguistically appropriate services. View the standards here (opens new window)
About MFP
Funding for the MFP e-Newsletter was made possible (in part) by Grant Number 1H79SM090074-01 from SAMHSA. The views expressed in written training materials or publications and by speakers and moderators do not necessarily reflect the official policies of the department of Health and Human Services; nor does mention of trade names, commercial practices, or organizations imply endorsement by the U.S. Government.
