MDI Publications
The Medical Director Institute works to ensure that all Americans have access to a comprehensive, integrated continuum of care with the expectation of recovery. View all publications from the MDI below.
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Mass Violence in the United States: Definition, Prevalence, Causes, Impacts and SolutionsDec 9, 2024
This report challenges common misconceptions about the relationship between mental illness and mass violence.
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The Role of CCBHCs in Crisis Services and SystemsSep 25, 2024
This vision of a nationwide behavioral health crisis system is critical to improving the wellbeing of our nation and ensuring everyone can thrive.
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Medical Director Institute 2023 Impact ReportMar 26, 2024
This report is an overview of 2023 highlights and accomplishments of the Medical Director Institute at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.The Medical Director Institute (MDI) advises National Council members on best clinical practices and develops policies and initiatives that serve member mental health and substance use treatment organizations, their…
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Advancing Measurement-informed Care in Community Behavioral HealthFeb 20, 2024
This report proposes candidate measures for measurement-informed care (MIC) and next steps toward achieving sustainable MIC in behavioral health.
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Toward A National Standard for Service Intensity Assessment and Planning for Mental Health CareDec 6, 2023
This paper outlines a set of tools that are well positioned to become the national standard for mental health service intensity assessment and planning.
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Medical Director Institute 2022 Impact ReportMay 15, 2023
An overview of 2022 highlights and accomplishments of the Medical Director Institute at the National Council for Mental Wellbeing.
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Quality Measurement in Crisis ServicesJan 17, 2023
As crisis systems evolve, it is necessary to use performance metrics that can advance access to care and alleviate distress in a consistent, measurable way.
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The Comprehensive Healthcare Integration (CHI) FrameworkApr 22, 2022
This paper presents a new framework for guiding implementation of integration of physical health and behavioral health.
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Psychiatric Leadership in Crisis SystemsDec 15, 2021
This brief guidance expands on the recommendations of the recently released report, Roadmap to the Ideal Crisis System.
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Guidance on Handling the Increasing Prevalence of Drugs Adulterated or Laced with FentanylSep 15, 2021
In this paper, we offer principles and recommendations for remediating the impacts of the rising rates of drugs adulterated or laced with fentanyl.
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