July Behavioral Health & Aging Newsletter |
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Welcome to OCEBHA’s monthly newsletter! Each month, we highlight some of the last month’s important news and applicable research in behavioral health and aging, and upcoming events and opportunities in Oregon.
This month, we’re sharing information about our upcoming webinar, providing actionable research for practitioners on digital CBT-I therapy for insomnia and anxiety in older adults, behavioral health and aging news, and linking you to select July events from our partners across Oregon.
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- Learning Objectives: Describe benefits of secure firearm storage practices;
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Explain the process of firearm safety screening and lethal means counseling in a clinical setting; and
- Evaluate the appropriateness of extreme risk protection orders in various scenarios
- Register here! https://OCEBHAwebinar.rsvpify.com
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We're grateful to our sponsors who over last few years have invested in the next generation of leaders in older adult behavioral health, here in Oregon and nationwide. If you're interested in partnering with us and having a table in our exhibit hall, visit the following link for sponsorship information.
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Recent Research Highlights |
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Cognitive behavioral therapies for insomnia (CBT-I) are increasingly being delivered online in order to improve accessibility. However, although insomnia and anxiety frequently occur together in older adults, few interventions address both conditions simultaneously. A new digital platform developed by researchers at the Centre de recherche de l'Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal (CRIUGM), in collaboration with Concordia University, Université Laval and the Université de Montréal, seeks to fill this gap.
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The research team conducted a randomized controlled trial involving 80 adults aged 65 and older who were experiencing insomnia. The eCBT+ program consists of a seven-week intervention featuring one 30-minute interactive video module per week. The research team conducted a randomized controlled trial with 80 adults over the age of 65 suffering from insomnia. The study aimed to assess the usability, acceptability and preliminary efficacy of the eTCC+ program compared to a waitlist control group.
- In terms of usability, participants rated the platform as user-friendly and intuitive, achieving a usability score of nearly 70 per cent. Acceptance of the platform was driven primarily by its ease of use and the perceived usefulness of the program.
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The results of a clinical trial highlight the feasibility and effectiveness of the program, with promising applications for improving mental health and sleep among older adults.
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As AI tools become more widely available, more people are turning to them for quick health answers. A recent poll from the health policy nonprofit KFF found that about a third (32 percent) of adults turn to AI for health information and advice — and the majority are doing so for quick and immediate answers.
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While younger adults are among those most likely to use AI for health advice, older adults are doing it too. Roughly 2 in 5 adults 50 years of age or older who use AI (41 percent) have already asked an AI-powered tool a health-related question, according to a new AARP survey. In the next year, even more 50-plus AI users (62 percent) say they are likely to seek answers from AI to their health questions.
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This rate is concerning, as a study led by Mass General Brigham researchers showed that the AI tools failed 80 percent of the time at earlier stages of clinical decision-making.
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This article explores how a recent study published in Nature Mental Health suggests that middle-aged and older adults with elevated autistic traits tend to experience an increased risk of worsening anxiety as they age.
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The findings provide evidence that this population may face distinct mental health challenges over time. This points to a need for tailored support systems for older adults on the autism spectrum.
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Behavioral Health & Aging News |
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| Several Oregon cities rank among the highest for alcohol induced mortality rates among older adult population |
Alcohol-induced mortality among adults age 65+ is often overlooked as it can be masked by chronic illness, medication complications, isolation, grief, and other age-related health concerns. Looking specifically at the 65+ population helps identify where older adults are experiencing a disproportionate alcohol-induced mortality burden, rather than allowing those patterns to be diluted within all-age statistics.
A recent study finds that Oregon metro areas rank among the highest for 65+ alcohol-induced mortality rates. Roseburg ranks 2nd, followed by Eugene-Springfield (4th), Medford (5th), Salem (9th), Bend (11th), and Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro (15th) all ranking among the top 30 metros by alcohol-induced death.
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“Portland resident chronicles battle to confiscate firearms from mother with mental illness” published in Oregon Public Broadcasting |
Listen to this short conversation between Dave Miller and Kelli Caldwell about her search for the right behavioral health support for her older adult mother experiencing serious mental illness while owning firearms.
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“Behavioral Health Funding; Oregon Aging Plan,” in Florence News |
A short article that explains the move to update behavioral health funding agreements in 36 Oregon counties, and the creation of the Multi-Sector Plan for Aging, a 10-year blueprint to restructure policies to make Oregon more age-friendly.
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Community and Partner Events | |
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July 8th, 11:45 - 1:15 PM, “Accelerated Aging in our Communities and Healthcare Settings,” presented by Laura Byerly, MD with the Oregon Older Adult Behavioral Health Initiative
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The first presentation of What You Want to Know Wednesdays, a new monthly learning session that will explore a variety of topics on older adults and behavioral health, which all apply to the Oregon Geriatric Behavioral Health Core Competencies.
- Free and all sessions include 1 Oregon NASW CEU.
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July 15th, 7:00 - 8:30 PM, “Making the Move: Easing the Impact of Relocation Stress for Older Adults,” presented by Andy Wallace in collaboration with Oregon Care Partners
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This webinar will discuss relocation stress, how to recognize symptoms, strategies to minimize stress and trauma, and how to support a person’s wellness through the transition into long-term care.
- July 21th, 1:00 - 4:00 PM “Enhancing Prescription Opioid Safety in Senior Care,” provided by Oregon Care Partners
- This training explores the risks and benefits of opioid use in older adults and provides practical guidance on pain management, safe storage, and accountability to help caregivers make an impact on harm reduction. Participants will gain practical tools and strategies to help support safer medication use and protect the well-being of those in their care.
- 3 CEUs
- July 19th 11:00 - 3:00 PM, Disability Joy Block Party Portland
- 2446 SE Ladd Avenue, Portland, OR (Street between PHAME and Community Vision)
- Hosted by PHAME and Community Vision, this free mini-festival features live music, dance performances, local food vendors, and hands-on art projects in a car-free, fully accessible street and parking garage setting
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July is Disability Pride Month |
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize the 1990 anniversary of the signing of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA), celebrate disability identity and community, and make strides for the inclusion of disabled people in all aspects of everyday life.
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Resources to support older adults with disabilities:
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Aging and Disability Resource Centers - These centers provide information and counseling to help individuals make informed decisions about long-term services and supports and provide help with accessing programs.
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Americans with Disabilities Act National Network - This program funds 10 regional centers for providing information, training, and technical assistance to individuals, businesses, and agencies with rights and responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
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Area Agencies on Aging - These agencies address the needs of older adults at the regional and local level through services and supports (such as home-delivered meals and homemaker assistance) to support independent living.
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Assistive Technology - These programs support making assistive technology devices and services more available and accessible to individuals with disabilities and their families.
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Centers for Independent Living - These centers provide tools, resources, and supports for integrating people with disabilities fully into their communities to promote equal opportunities, self-determination, and respect.
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Protection and Advocacy Systems - These state systems work to protect individuals with disabilities by empowering them and advocating on their behalf to defend their personal and civil rights.
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Senior Centers and Supportive Services for Older Adults - This program provides grants to states and territories that fund multi-purpose senior centers that coordinate services for older adults, such as congregate meals, community education, health screening, exercise and health promotion programs, and transportation.
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State Councils on Developmental Disabilities - These self-governing organizations identify and address the most pressing needs of people with developmental disabilities in their state or territory by conducting advocacy, facilitating systems change, and capacity building efforts to promote self-determination, integration, and inclusion.
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State Units on Aging - These state-level agencies develop and administer plans to provide assistance for older adults, families, and in many states, for adults with physical disabilities.
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University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities - These grantees are affiliated with universities to serve as liaisons between academia and the community for advancing research, information sharing, and community services.
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