MDI Publications

This paper presents a new framework for guiding implementation of integration of physical and behavioral health.

This brief guidance expands on the recommendations of the recently released report, Roadmap to the Ideal Crisis System and provides additional guidance.

In this paper, we offer principles and recommendations for remediating the impacts of the rising rates of drugs adulterated or laced with fentanyl.

After a rapid transition to essential and virtual services over a year ago, we must acknowledge and learn from the impressive performance of most behavioral healthcare provider organizations in adapting to meet the ongoing challenges of the pandemic. We must look to the future and recognize that organizations are faced…

The National Council for Mental Wellbeing (National Council) published a report on best practices guide on causes for non-adherence in September 2018 (National Council, 2018). Since then, the COVID-19 pandemic and response has created additional challenges with medication adherence. This addendum provides a brief review of challenges with adherence and…

This paper describes a model of providing psychiatric care in the CBHC clinic setting that will improve patient outcomes and improve the work experiences of all members of the team providing care. It also clarifies the potential and often underutilized value to a CBHC of the fully deployed psychiatric provider.

Despite a wealth of data showing that team-based care leads to equal or better outcomes in efficiency, effectiveness, safety, cost savings and quality, the broad adoption of team-based care in CBHCs remains the exception rather than the rule. A high-functioning team-based model for the behavioral health clinic should be the…

There is a medication gap in the United States that takes a toll on the quality of life and health of millions of people. Advances in medications have produced life-changing benefits for those with mental and substance use disorders, but too many people are not taking these medications as prescribed…

Today, more people are seeking mental health care than ever before, but there aren’t enough psychiatrists to meet the growing demand. Yet, few thought leaders acknowledge this “silent shortage.” We must step up before the silent shortage becomes a thunderous crisis that reverberates throughout the U.S. health care system leaving…