Scientific research in the fields of prevention, treatment, and recovery - as related to both mental and substance use disorders - has led to many exciting discoveries and insights. The practice of prevention, treatment, and recovery in behavioral health is incresingly becoming evidence-based by incorporating these scientific advancements. What steps are being taken to shorten the time between significant research findings and their diseemination to the field? What programs and intiatives are in place to help move research to practice? How can practitioners ensure they are taking advantage of the latest findings in bahavioral health science? How are mental health consumers and peers partnering with the scientific community? This show will highllight examples of research findings that impact practice across diverse topics such as stage-wise treatments, motivational interventions, cognitive behavioral techniques, brain science, recovery-oriented treatment and services, self directed care, peer support, and the strong impact of trauma in people's lives. The show also will focus on how practioners contribute to science by generating data outcomes, participating in evaluation and services research, and sharing their experiences with others. Finally, this show will address how improvements in health information technology are supporting enhanced decisionmaking in behavioral health as well as the integration of behavioral and primary health care.
