Health Policy Analysis Selection Summary<\/p>\n
Ty Herring<\/p>\n
Samford University<\/p>\n
MHCA619.WB1<\/p>\n
Dr. HaunFebruary 7, 2022<\/p>\n
Health Policy Analysis Selection Summary<\/p>\n
A policy issue that is contemporary in the United States is access and coverage of mental healthcare. Using data from Mental Health America in 2020, there was over 4.7 million adults with a mental illness that were uninsured. This could be due to Medicaid not being expanded in some states of the country. It was also reported that over 26 million adults who have a mental illness were gone untreated. With the lack of health behavior providers throughout the counties of the United States, this could be a reason as well (Beck et al., 2018). These barriers show possibly why Americans cannot gain access and coverage.<\/p>\n
The environment surrounded by this policy is trying to allow more individuals access to mental healthcare. This would start with trying to get more individuals covered for this type of healthcare treatment. The Biden-Harris administration has been campaigning Connecting Kids to Coverage. This is a national outreach and enrollment initiative that reaches out to families with children and teens eligible for Medicaid and CHIP (Improving access and care for\u2026,\u00a02021). This sort of initiative shows what can be accomplished to allow for more Americans to have coverage. With also the lack of acknowledgement and awareness about mental health is done through this as well. <\/p>\n
Mental health has been looked down on in the past and in recent years, but this topic is starting to gain some spotlight. It is important to notice our emotional, psychological, and social well-being, all are part of our mental health. It has an impact on how we think, feel, and act in our daily lives. It also influences how we deal with stress, interact with people, and make decisions. Mental health is crucial at all stages of life, from birth to adolescent to adulthood and old age (Mental health, 2021). From a manager\u2019s perspective, this would negatively impact my organization if my employees were not taken care of. The organization would not be able to function smoothly or properly if my employees are not able to think, feel, and act suitably.<\/p>\n
My ideas of solutions for this policy issue vary. I believe gaining access and coverage should start with bringing more awareness to mental health and how detrimental this can be to one\u2019s health if not taken care of. So, campaigning for awareness and the different types of health services available then can we focus on gaining coverage. The following are some bullet pointed ideas of different solutions.<\/p>\n
Using influential celebrities to spread awareness and importance of mental health and services<\/p>\n
Expansion of Medicaid<\/p>\n
Increase of funding to train and develop behavioral health workers <\/p>\n
Creating more Urgent Care like behavior health centers <\/p>\n
More tele-psychiatry support <\/p>\n
Prevention of mental health disorders <\/p>\n
To make any of the policies successful, having key stakeholders are imperative. Stakeholders such as consumer\/family groups, mental health workers, government agencies, and academic institutions. Consumer\/family groups should consist of individuals speaking on the behalf of their own healthcare treatments. Mental health workers from general health and mental health facilities should talk about their knowledge about mental health and their services. Government agencies such as the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), and Mental Health America. Academic institutions also being involved would influence thousands of people. I wouldn\u2019t think barrier stakeholders would exist in this process. The only individuals I could think to stop people from gaining access to treatment is the media. The media can perceive mentally ill individuals as a burden and make people believe they are not normal people.<\/p>\n
Purpose:<\/p>\n
The purpose of this second part of your health policy analysis paper, is to build upon your selected current healthcare or public health policy issue. By doing so, you will dive into more detail on an appropriate health policy solution to the policy issue by walking through the policy-making process.\u00a0I would be happy to discuss topic areas with you and\/or to provide feedback on your selection.\u00a0<\/p>\n
This assignment aligns well with the following student learning outcomes:<\/p>\n
SLO1: Explain the contemporary U.S. healthcare policy environment and its history.<\/p>\n
SLO 2: Discuss major laws, regulations, and policies in healthcare.\u00a0<\/p>\n
SLO5: Identify and examine all the various stages in the healthcare policy-making process.<\/p>\n
Instructions:<\/p>\n
Select a policy solution from the first part of your health policy analysis paper.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Walkthrough components of the policy-making process and how this policy can successfully be implemented\u00a0<\/p>\n
Use at least 5 references and APA formatting.<\/p>\n
Purdue University provides an excellent\u00a0student paper example\u00a0that utilizes the APA 7th Edition format. Use this example as a guide for APA formatting your assignment.\u00a0<\/p>\n
An identified, focused health policy solution 4\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
A focused health policy solution is identified and is thorough. Key points are synthesized and supported with citations. 3\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Proficient<\/p>\n
A focused health policy solution is identified and is thorough. Key points are synthesized and articulated well. 2\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Competent<\/p>\n
A focused health policy solution is partially included 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Acceptable<\/p>\n
A focused health policy solution is partially identified 0.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
A focused health policy solution is not identified 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
4\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeCoverage of the topic 4\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
Paper fully demonstrates coverage of the topic 2.4\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
Paper partially demonstrates coverage of the topic 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
Paper does not demonstrate coverage of the topic 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeApplication to the policy making process 4\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
Application to the policy making process is identified and supported with references 3\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Proficient<\/p>\n
Application to the policy making process is partially identified and supported with references 2.4\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Competent<\/p>\n
Application to the policy making process is identified but not supported with references 2\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
Application to the policy making process is sparsely covered 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
Application to the policy making process is not identified 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeYour personal impressions\/opinions 3\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
Personal impressions\/opinions regarding topic are thoroughly identified linking course content and past learning experiences. This is also located in the conclusions section of the paper. 2\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Proficient<\/p>\n
Personal impressions\/opinions regarding the topic are thoroughly identified and located in the conclusions section of the paper but lack linkage to course content and past learning experiences. 1.8\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
Personal impressions\/opinions regarding the topic are sparsely identified and\/or not located in the conclusions section of the paper. 1.8\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Competent<\/p>\n
Personal impressions\/opinions regarding the topic and are partially identified and located in the conclusions section of the paper. 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
Personal impressions\/opinions regarding the topic are not identified. 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
3\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeLength3\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
Paper is between 5 – 8 pages (excludes the title page, abstract\/executive summary, tables\/figures, and reference pages) 1.8\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Proficient<\/p>\n
Paper is less than 5 pages OR more than 8 pages (excludes title page, abstract\/executive summary, tables\/figures, and reference pages) 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
Paper is less than 2 pages (excludes title page, abstract\/executive summary, tables\/figures, and reference pages) 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Competent<\/p>\n
Paper is less than 3 pages (excludes title page, abstract\/executive summary, tables\/figures, and reference pages) 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
Paper is less than 1 page (excludes the title page, abstract\/executive summary, tables\/figures, and reference pages) 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
3\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeOrganization2\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
Paper has a strong structure, logical flow, and a clear progression of ideas. 1.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
Paper has a weak structure, but an understandable thought process. 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
The paper was incoherent or unorganized with little agreement between ideas. 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
2\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMechanics2\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
There are no errors (spelling, punctuation, grammar) in the paper. Learner demonstrates a high degree of skill, complexity, and style. 1.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Proficient<\/p>\n
There are little to no errors (spelling, punctuation, grammar). Demonstrates a high degree of skill, complexity, and style. 1.2\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Competent<\/p>\n
There are some errors, but it does not detract from the overall paper. The writing is competent. 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
There are some errors that are detracting from the overall paper’s quality. The writing is competent but in need of improvement. 0.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
There are many errors making the paper difficult to read and\/or understand. 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
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This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA Format 1.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
The paper follows all APA format guidelines including the headings, margins, font, spacing, etc. 1.25\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Proficient<\/p>\n
There is 1 mistake to the APA format 0.9\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Competent<\/p>\n
There are 2 mistakes to the APA format 0.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
There are 3 mistakes to the APA format. 0.25\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
The APA format is not followed. 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
1.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeAPA References 1.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Expert<\/p>\n
There are at least 5 references 1.25\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Proficient<\/p>\n
There are 4 or less references 1\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Competent<\/p>\n
There are 3 or less references 0.5\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Advanced Beginner<\/p>\n
There are 2 or less references 0.25\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
Novice<\/p>\n
There is 1 or less references 0\u00a0pts<\/p>\n
No Knowledge<\/p>\n
No submission<\/p>\n
References<\/p>\n
2020 access to Care Data. Mental Health America. (n.d.). Retrieved February 8, 2022, from https:\/\/www.mhanational.org\/issues\/2020\/mental-health-america-access-care-data\u00a0<\/p>\n
Beck, A. J., Page, C., Buche, J., Rittman, D., & Gaiser, M. (2018, December).\u00a0Estimating the distribution of the U.S. psychiatric …\u00a0University of Michigan Behavioral Health Workforce Research Center. Retrieved February 8, 2022, from https:\/\/behavioralhealthworkforce.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Y3-FA2-P2-Psych-Sub_Full-Report-FINAL2.19.2019.pdf\u00a0<\/p>\n
Mental health policy plans and program (updated version). Geneva, World Health Organization, 2005 (Mental Health Policy and Service Guidance Package).<\/p>\n
U.S. National Library of Medicine. (2021, September 1).\u00a0Mental health. MedlinePlus. Retrieved February 8, 2022, from https:\/\/medlineplus.gov\/mentalhealth.html\u00a0<\/p>\n
The United States Government. (2021, October 19).\u00a0Fact sheet: Improving access and care for youth mental health and substance use conditions. The White House. Retrieved February 8, 2022, from https:\/\/www.whitehouse.gov\/briefing-room\/statements-releases\/2021\/10\/19\/fact-sheet-improving-access-and-care-for-youth-mental-health-and-substance-use-conditions\/\u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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